Invertos provides automated drone solutions for large-scale mangrove restoration, including planting, soil sampling, and site monitoring. This technology addresses the critical loss of coastal wetlands by enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of restoration efforts for environmental organizations.
Funding
$370K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Coastal wetlands like mangroves are disappearing at an alarming rate, leading to significant ecological and economic consequences. Traditional mangrove restoration methods are often labor-intensive, costly, and lack scalability, hindering effective conservation efforts.
Solution
Invertos provides automated drone-based solutions designed to scale up and enhance the efficiency of mangrove restoration projects. Their integrated hardware and software systems automate key processes, including site selection, soil sampling, and precision planting of mangrove seedlings. Drones equipped with specialized sensors and release mechanisms enable rapid assessment of restoration sites and targeted deployment of seedballs or seedpods. The platform also facilitates ongoing monitoring of mangrove health and growth, providing data-driven insights to optimize restoration strategies and ensure long-term success.
Target Audience
Invertos primarily serves environmental organizations, government agencies, and conservation groups involved in large-scale coastal wetland restoration and afforestation projects.
Features
- Drone-based mangrove planting with automated seedball and seedpod release
- Remote soil sampling using drone-mounted equipment for detailed site analysis
- High-resolution aerial imagery and data analytics for mangrove site selection and health monitoring
- Custom drone engineering and consulting services for specialized restoration applications
- BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) capabilities for large-scale project coverage