3 years ago
Verna Earth Solutions Secures £860k Funding for Climate and Nature Solutions
Verna Earth Solutions, a UK-based provider of geospatial data science solutions addressing climate and nature crises, raised £860k in funding led by Vanneck EIS with participation from Octopus Ventures
The company plans to use the funds to grow its team, build new products and services, and expand the range of nature and climate opportunities
Verna helps landowners, investors, and policymakers use land sustainably by enhancing biodiversity and generating sustainable returns through initiatives like woodland creation, habitat creation, and regenerative agriculture.
ProblemTechnology
"Landowners, investors, and policymakers struggle to make informed decisions about land use that effectively addresses climate change and biodiversity loss while generating sustainable returns. "
Solution
"Verna provides geospatial data science solutions that help these stakeholders identify the best land use options for carbon sequestration, biodiversity enhancement, and sustainable returns. Their tools support initiatives like woodland creation, habitat creation and enhancement, regenerative agriculture, peatland restoration, and grassland enhancement, allowing for monetization through mechanisms like Biodiversity Net Gain."