Earthshot Labs

Earthshot raised a Series A and that’s not what really matters. I’m really glad to share that Earthshot recently closed a $5.5m Series A to serve land stewards everywhere to get paid for regeneration, support offtakers' due diligence, and facilitate project investments. This last year we’ve been working mostly under the radar, growing with the huge influx of demand from partners looking for rigorous alternatives to conventional carbon developers. Earthshot has worked on more than 60 reforestation and conservation projects, directed more than $55m in project finance, and we are profitable and hiring across all teams. In the self-reinforcing swirl of venture capital, it sometimes seems like fundraising is the most important news there is. It’s not. The news is ecological heroes addressing the greatest challenge of our time. It is the 15th straight month of record heat, unprecedented in human history, consistently above the 1.5 degree target that used to be the policy goal for a stable climate. We must deploy .5% of global GDP (around $500BN per year) for ecosystem restoration and conservation, and we’re a fraction of the way there. Our partners at BirdLife International have done epic work across the globe, working on new projects together in Cambodia, Paraguay, Indonesia, Madagascar, and numerous other places. Tree Aid did a huge expansion of their reforestation operation in Burkina Faso, with more countries in the African Great Green Wall next up. Corporate, NGO, and government partners across Guinea, Mexico, Colombia, Papua New Guinea, Panama, Peru, Brazil, Mongolia, and more have trusted us to support their projects end to end. Trust and integrity is what this market needs to scale. Earthshot’s mission is too important to be subject to the hype cycles of venture. This is why we’re very excited to be supported by a team of investors with long-term conviction: Acorn Pacific Ventures, Future Ventures, Earth Foundry, One Small Planet, Parameter Ventures, Sand Hill Angels, Resilient Earth Capital, and more. Thank you to everyone who has joined the journey so far. If you’re reading this, feel the responsibility to act, and want to apply your talent, capital and will toward ecological regeneration, please reach out.

Notes from the field ✍ 🇮🇩 Our colleague Olivia Palma recently shared an inspiring account of a site visit to Indonesia. It's incredible to witness firsthand how conservation efforts and community collaboration are making a tangible difference. Take a read... "Before we left for the Burung Indonesia site visit on Flores Island, a friend sent us a message wishing us luck and hoping we’d get to see primary rainforest. Since 1950, Indonesia has lost 72% of its intact forests—more than 74 million hectares of irreplaceable rainforest. This extensive deforestation is driven by the production of commodities such as paper, palm oil, rubber, nickel mining, and other development activities. We were fortunate enough to arrive in Mbeliling, surrounded by thick forests and the biggest tree trunks. "Mbeliling," in the local Manggarai language, means "to cool off from the sun under the canopy." Burung Indonesia has been operating here for 17 years in collaboration with the local Manggarai community to not only stop deforestation, which destroys habitats for bird species but also to foster a culture of conservation. Conservation programs have been implemented in elementary school classrooms, and communities have been taught to establish and maintain ´family forests´, productive agroforestry systems, to provide a sustainable economic alternative, reducing pressure on natural forests. Tibur, our guide and the Flores Program Manager, eloquently explained how he educates communities about the vital role birds play in their lives, illustrating how these creatures have shaped the forests they inhabit today and emphasizing that the future of these birds rests in their hands and their children's hands. We have been collaborating with BirdLife International through their Accelerator Program to conduct technical carbon development, assessing both carbon and financial viability to support their partners globally in creating financially sustainable solutions for their conservation and reforestation efforts. Each project we undertake emphasizes that, despite its many growing pains, the carbon market offers a solution for local community members and groups to create financially regenerative systems. These systems enable them to sustain and expand their work without constantly fundraising or halting programs due to a lack of donor support. The Flores landscape is home to over 30,000 community members and numerous bird species, flora, and fauna. Burung Indonesia’s efforts, rooted in understanding and collaboration with the Manggarai community, include ecosystem services monitoring, microfinance programs, and ecotourism development. Their approach not only protects vital habitats but also empowers the local community to thrive. Together with partners like BirdLife International, we can support the creation of a sustainable model for conservation and economic growth that can create lasting change."

🌍 Calling in our next teammate - join Earthshot as a Geospatial Analyst! 🌍 We're tackling the climate crisis through reforestation and conservation. If you have GIS expertise and experience in spatial data analysis, we need you. 🔍 Key Responsibilities: * Implement and review GIS workflows * Analyze data for carbon estimations * Create maps and visualizations 📌 Qualifications: * Bachelor's in a relevant field * 2+ years of GIS experience * Proficient in ArcMap, QGIS, Google Earth Engine #GeospatialAnalyst #ClimateAction #JoinEarthshot #hiring #teamearth https://lnkd.in/gC36UZVf

Dream GIS job!!

🌟 Thank You to Jake Stanton 🌟 We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to an incredible intern for his dedication and hard work with Earthshot's Partnerships Team. His diligence and support have truly made a difference. He had this to say: "I really enjoyed interning with Earthshot. Through this experience, I was able to gain a lot of perspective on the scope of carbon projects throughout the world. Additionally, it helped to build my understanding of the lifecycle of carbon projects." At Earthshot, we like to support people getting a taste of the carbon market space through paid internships. Thank you, Jake, for your valuable contributions and for being a part of the mission to drive reforestation and conservation projects globally. 🌍🌱 #teamearth #thankyou #carbonmarkets

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We couldn't be more thrilled to announce that Cecilia Simon is rejoining Earthshot. With over 15 years of experience in sustainability and climate action, Ceci is a true leader in the field. Her expertise in developing and managing nature-based carbon projects makes her an invaluable asset to restoring our planet. We know Ceci makes an incredible impact wherever she goes, but we're sure happy to have her at Earthshot. Welcome back, Ceci! 🌿🌍 #naturerestoration #teamearth #climatetech #community

🌟 Welcome Jeff 🌟 We're excited to announce that Jeffrey King has joined Earthshot as our new Senior Frontend Developer! 🎉 Jeff comes with a strong background in full stack development, specializing in frontend tech like Angular and React, and backend work with Python. Previously, he made waves leading projects and crafting custom applications. At Earthshot, Jeff leads the frontend development of our LandOS platform, helping us scale reforestation and conservation efforts globally. His expertise is key in making our geospatial carbon analytics even more powerful and user-friendly. A quick note from Jeff: "I am so excited to be working at a place where people aren't afraid to be their genuine self, and pour their heart into their work. It's easy to contribute to that culture myself, knowing that I'm supporting a positive mission." Welcome to the team, Jeff! 🌍💚 #earthshot #climatetech

🌟 Welcome Jeff 🌟 We're excited to announce that Jeffrey King has joined Earthshot as our new Senior Frontend Developer! 🎉 Jeff comes with a strong background in full stack development, specializing in frontend tech like Angular and React, and backend work with Python. Previously, he made waves leading projects and crafting custom applications. At Earthshot, Jeff leads the frontend development of our LandOS platform, helping us scale reforestation and conservation efforts globally. His expertise is key in making our geospatial carbon analytics even more powerful and user-friendly. A quick note from Jeff: "I am so excited to be working at a place where people aren't afraid to be their genuine self, and pour their heart into their work. It's easy to contribute to that culture myself, knowing that I'm supporting a positive mission." Welcome to the team, Jeff! 🌍💚 #earthshot #climatetech

Earthshot is #hiring! Are you an expert sales/BD professional passionate about climate and nature restoration? We’re looking to hire someone with a few years of experience in carbon markets to help us scale our partnerships with land stewards, NGOs, governments, and corporates looking to develop projects. Plus you’ll be on an epic team Ezra Neale Olivia Palma Andrea Dennis Cecilia Simon Trevor Keenan

Earthshot is #hiring! Are you an expert sales/BD professional passionate about climate and nature restoration? We’re looking to hire someone with a few years of experience in carbon markets to help us scale our partnerships with land stewards, NGOs, governments, and corporates looking to develop projects. Plus you’ll be on an epic team Ezra Neale Olivia Palma Andrea Dennis Cecilia Simon Trevor Keenan