OCELL uses aerial photography and AI to develop transparent and measurable local climate projects based on European forest management. The company provides forest owners with tools to optimize management and increase carbon storage performance. Corporations can invest in these high-quality carbon credits to support nature-based climate mitigation efforts.
Funding
$6M 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
Forests are critical carbon sinks, but traditional forest management practices often prioritize timber production over carbon sequestration and biodiversity, leading to sub-optimal climate mitigation. Companies seeking to offset their carbon emissions lack transparent and reliable data on the actual impact of forest climate projects.
Solution
OCELL provides a data-driven platform that enables companies to invest in local forest climate projects with transparent, measurable, and effective carbon offsetting. By utilizing aerial photography, LiDAR, and AI, OCELL creates digital twins of forests, providing insights into forest growth, carbon storage capacity, and optimal forest management strategies. The platform facilitates improved forest management (IFM) practices, transforming timber-driven monocultures into climate-friendly mixed forests that enhance carbon sequestration and biodiversity. OCELL's Dynamic Forest software allows forest owners to manage their forests sustainably while providing companies with reliable MRV (Measurement, Reporting, and Verification) data to ensure the integrity of their carbon credit investments.
Target Audience
OCELL's primary customers include companies seeking to offset their carbon emissions through investments in high-quality, verifiable forest climate projects, as well as forest owners looking to optimize their forest management practices for carbon sequestration and biodiversity.
Features
- Aerial photography and LiDAR data acquisition for detailed forest mapping
- AI-powered analytics to create digital twins of forests, including tree species identification, height, and CO2 storage capacity
- Dynamic Forest software for forest owners to manage their forests sustainably and track carbon storage performance
- MRV (Measurement, Reporting, and Verification) system for transparent and reliable carbon credit validation
- Support for improved forest management (IFM) practices, including diversification of tree species and extended rotation periods
- Platform for companies to invest in local carbon credits and support forest climate projects
- Continuous monitoring of forest activities and carbon storage capacity using aerial imagery and AI analysis