Gentian completes Google Accelerator: Climate Change
[London, UK], [December 4, 2024] – Yesterday, Gentian completed the Google for Startups Accelerator in Europe: Climate Change. Over the course of the 10 week program representatives from Gentian participated in tailored activities designed to harness the full power of Google's resources through in-person and virtual activities, personalized 1:1 mentoring sessions, and collaborative group learning experiences designed to empower high-potential startups that are leveraging technology to combat climate change.
As a result of the program, Gentian has overhauled its cloud infrastructure to enable the end-to-end automation and scaling of its AI-powered biodiversity monitoring solutions. This enhanced implementation will streamline the analysis of satellite imagery and delivery of insights to organizations looking to achieve their sustainability and biodiversity goals. The program has also helped Gentian to refine its product and pricing strategy and critically evaluate the design of its user experience. Ultimately, the program has prepared Gentian to amplify its impact on global climate resilience and nature restoration efforts.
“Participating in the Google Accelerator program has been transformative for Gentian,” said Marcus Spiegel, Lead Technologist. “We have not only supercharged our technical solution, but also found ways to improve our strategy and other aspects of our operations. We have a clear path for how we can provide organizations with the data they need to put nature at the heart of their decision-making.”
The Accelerator program is part of Google’s broader commitment to help individuals, cities, and partners to collectively reduce 1 gigaton of their carbon equivalent emissions annually by 2030, and the company’s goal to achieve net-zero emissions across Google-wide operations and value chains by 2030.
“We believe that Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of climate action, offering unprecedented potential to tackle some of the most pressing environmental challenges,” said Adam Elman, Google’s EMEA Head of Sustainability “ “ We’ve been so inspired by how the startups in this cohort are creatively leveraging technology and bringing their wealth of perspectives and approaches to climate change mitigation and adaptation. We’ll be closely following their amazing work moving forward and continuing to support them as best we can.”
Google for Startups ran the Accelerator in partnership with the Google Cloud and Google Sustainability teams. Activities focused on deep dives into crucial areas such as product design, business growth strategies, and leadership development, providing startups with the tools they need to effectively scale their climate solutions. Gentian also received dedicated Google Cloud technical expertise and credits via the Google for Startups Cloud Program.
About Gentian
Gentian is a UK-based technology company specializing in biodiversity monitoring. Using cutting-edge AI and high-resolution satellite imagery, Gentian empowers organizations to see, understand, and value the natural habitats they impact in unprecedented ways. Our mission is to make information about nature accessible and actionable, enabling businesses, governments, and communities to better manage nature-related risks and opportunities.
Gentian offers a range of products, including high-resolution habitat and connectivity mapping, urban green infrastructure assessments, and biodiversity net gain (BNG) solutions. By delivering actionable insights and scalable solutions, we help organizations meet sustainability goals, comply with regulatory frameworks, and unlock the value of nature-positive initiatives.
With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and collaboration, Gentian is committed to driving a global economy that protects and restores biodiversity.
To learn more about Gentian’s full suite of remote biodiversity monitoring and reporting solutions please get in touch via info@gentian.team