Sylvera

Measures biomass using lidar technology

London, England, United Kingdom

About Sylvera

Sylvera measures biomass using lidar scanners, focusing on tropical rainforests. The company has scanned over 16 million trees in Gabon and Peru and aims to expand its dataset through further research. Sylvera provides reliable carbon data to private organizations and governments, including corporate buyers, banks, and consultancies, helping them invest in effective climate action. Unlike competitors, Sylvera does not sell carbon credits or accept payments from developers for project ratings. Instead, it generates revenue by selling access to its proprietary carbon data, which is developed in-house and peer-reviewed. This data is notably accurate, with estimates of above-ground biomass and carbon storage being up to 13 times more precise than traditional methods, thanks to advanced machine learning models. Sylvera's goal is to support clients in making informed investment decisions in the carbon market by providing them with high-quality, accurate carbon data.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$94.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Energy, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Company Equity
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Mental Health Support

Risks

Increased competition could challenge Sylvera's market position in carbon data.
Regulatory changes in carbon credit market could impact Sylvera's business model.
Technological advancements by competitors may erode Sylvera's competitive edge.

Differentiation

Sylvera uses lidar scanners to measure biomass, focusing on tropical rainforests.
Their carbon data is 13 times more accurate than conventional estimates.
Sylvera sells access to proprietary, peer-reviewed carbon data, not carbon credits.

Upsides

Increased demand for accurate carbon data positions Sylvera as a key market player.
Partnership with ACX enhances market reach and credibility in carbon trading.
Expansion into APAC opens growth opportunities in a Paris Agreement-committed region.