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Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

Pachama uses remote sensing and artificial intelligence for verification and monitoring of carbon storage in forests, increasing project credibility and efficiency.

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Diego Saez Gil - How Pachama Uses Tech to Solve Climate Change

@ Y Combinator

Diego Saez Gil - How Pachama Uses Tech to Solve Climate Change

01/29/20

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Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

Pachama addresses the lack of funding for reforestation by utilizing carbon markets, where companies can compensate for their CO2 emissions.

Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

I realized that technology could enable reforestation and conservation solutions, leading me to start Pachama.

Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

Our platform allows users to see detailed information about forest projects, including satellite images, photos, and descriptions of co-benefits like biodiversity and water conservation.

Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

To certify a forest project for carbon credits, it can take two years and cost between $100,000 and $400,000, which is inefficient and limits project availability.

Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

I discovered the potential of reforestation and forest conservation to capture carbon at scale, which is crucial for addressing climate change.

Carola Schönlieb

05/10/18

@ Y Combinator

In plant sciences, we use aerial and hyperspectral imaging to monitor forest health and identify invasive species by analyzing the spectral properties of trees.

Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

I advise those interested in working on climate change to apply to Pachama, but also to consider starting their own companies or finding roles in larger companies focused on climate initiatives.

Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

We aim to connect carbon offset buyers directly with forest projects, creating a marketplace for trustworthy carbon credits from restoration and conservation efforts.

Diego Saez Gil

01/29/20

@ Y Combinator

There are four main types of forest projects: conservation, improved forest management, reforestation, and afforestation, each with different approaches to carbon capture.