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🌍 Exciting Network Update! I’m honored to announce that I’ve been accepted as an Executive Fellow with The Digital Economist. I will work specifically within their #Sustainability Working Group and collaborate with their #Blockchain Working Group. This is a remarkable opportunity to collaborate with a global community of leaders dedicated to solving the planet’s most urgent climate challenges. At Demia, we’ve always believed in harnessing cutting-edge technology like #blockchain and #IoT to secure data, reduce friction, unlock value, and amplify impact for environmental projects. Our shared vision with The Digital Economist of creating a human-centered digital economy aligns perfectly with the actionable insights highlighted in their latest publication, Meeting the Climate Challenge (link below). This report dives into vital topics like the Global Carbon Levy, #decarbonization, and building an inclusive and sustainable future, all of which are critical for achieving the impact we strive for at Demia. As part of this #fellowship, I’m excited to work on frameworks that empower project developers, organizations, and governments to tackle the #tripleCrisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and social inequality. Together, we can push forward initiatives that ensure no one is left behind in the global transition to a more sustainable economy. Stay tuned as we continue this journey toward real-world climate resilience and solutions that support inclusive economic growth. #ExecutiveFellowship #SustainabilityLeadership #ClimateAction #DigitalEconomy #DemianImpact #CarbonMarkets #Decarbonization https://lnkd.in/e9AqgnTc

🌍 Exciting Update! Demia is thrilled to be a key partner in the #BlockchainForSustainability roundtable, uniting #sustainability experts, #blockchain innovators, and #EU policymakers. As part of this, we've made a joint submission to Cardano Foundation through their Cardano Community #ProjectCatalyst. This collaboration marks an important step towards building a transparent and efficient global carbon market, where blockchain technology is used for secure data availability, playing a critical role in addressing key environmental challenges like #carbontracking, #energyefficiency, and combating #greenwashing. 🔗 The roundtable, to be held in Brussels, is part of our mission to streamline certification processes and ensure that environmental projects are valued with integrity and accuracy. With partners like Mariana de la Roche Wills, Razali Samsudin, and Dr. Joachim Schwerin of the European Commission, we’re working together to shape the future of blockchain in sustainability, in alignment with the #EUBlockchainManifesto previously published by European Blockchain Association e.V., Blockchain for Europe, European Crypto Initiative, and INATBA - International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications. 🌱 At Demia, our vision is to secure data, reduce friction, and unlock value in the global carbon market. This event reinforces our commitment to driving impactful environmental projects through transparency and innovation. We look forward to sharing a detailed report with actionable recommendations from the discussions. Together, let’s accelerate the transition to a sustainable and transparent future. 💡 https://lnkd.in/epkkUBuM #BlockchainForSustainability #SustainabilityInnovation #CarbonTracking #GlobalCarbonMarket #Demia #EUCommission #ClimateAction

Join our Founder & CEO Mat Yarger next week on this exciting panel showcasing the convergence of #CleanAI with #blockchain for a sustainable and just transition through the acceleration of carbon finance. The panel is titled “Trust and Innovation: Real-World Applications of AI and Blockchain Convergence,” organized by INATBA - International Association for Trusted Blockchain Applications Digital Blockchain Week. Join him online on: 📅 October 9, 2024 ⏲️ 15:30-16:30 CET / 14:30-15:30 BST 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/dniYry79 The other panelists are: - Dino Cataldo Dell'Accio (United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF)) - Javed Khattak (cheqd ) - Dominik T. Explore the thread below for more information.

🌍 Exciting news: Adam Wood joins Demia as our Director of Strategic Partnerships! 🎉 Adam brings a remarkable track record of leadership in technology, infrastructure, and government. His experience at Harvard University, where he led initiatives at Harvard Law School and the Harvard Innovation Labs, highlights his unique ability to foster international collaboration across entities like the European Commission, United Nations, and the U.S. Government. Adam’s focus on innovations in climate change and global security directly aligns with Demia’s mission to drive trusted data and transparency in climate markets. With a keen understanding of international business, economic law, and conflict resolution, Adam’s ability to build partnerships will be key in accelerating our efforts to develop the infrastructure needed for secure, transparent data management and climate financing. His passion for social impact is evident through his decade-long volunteer work with Ronald McDonald House Charities, Harvard Alumni for Climate and the Environment, and The Humane Society of the United States. At Demia, Adam will help us rapidly scale our mission of enabling climate projects to access secure, verifiable data and environmental asset financing. We are thrilled to have Adam on board as we continue to advance Demia’s vision for a sustainable, data-driven future!

🌿 Proud to announce that Lisa (Elisabeth) DeMarco, Senior Partner and CEO at Resilient LLP has joined Demia’s Advisory Board! Lisa’s experience in climate law, carbon markets, environmental and energy policy is unparalleled. Her leadership has shaped critical discussions on climate change and carbon pricing, influencing not only businesses but also governments globally. Lisa’s expertise in international climate negotiations and her work with organizations like the UN Climate Change aligns perfectly with Demia’s mission of enabling trusted data and scaling sustainable impact. Her commitment to sustainability and her dedication to creating robust frameworks for climate finance and carbon markets will be instrumental in ensuring Demia’s platform delivers on transparency, integrity, and impact. Lisa’s guidance will help Demia accelerate the deployment of trusted environmental data infrastructure, allowing organizations to scale faster while maintaining trust and regulatory compliance. I am honored to have her on our board, helping us drive meaningful climate action. #Sustainability #CarbonMarkets #ClimateAction #TrustedData #Leadership #NYClimateWeek #Demia

🌿 Proud to announce that Nathalie FLORES, Vice Chair of the UN Climate Change Science & Technology, has joined Demia’s Advisory Board! Nathalie is an international public policy specialist with almost 15 years of experience providing senior services on climate change policy, international development and environmental issues. Since 2010 Nathalie has contributed to help understand, develop and enforce the climate change agenda in her various roles in the government of the Dominican Republic. During her MSc studies at the University of Wolverhampton, she had the opportunity to work in the United Kingdom under the frame of the European Regional Development Fund as Climate Change Researcher, focusing on the changes and behavior of elderly social housing tenants from the installation of solar panels to lower their energy bills. At the Secretariat of the Coalition for Rainforest Nations in New York City she held Senior technical and administrative positions providing assistance to 50+ member countries, including legal assistance to negotiate carbon markets approaches under the UNFCCC and GHG inventories training for the AFOLU sector. In her Sustainability Coordination at the British Chamber of Commerce in the Dominican Republic Nathalie she helped businesses, civil society and academia in taking their part to reverse the adverse impacts of climate change. Nathalie’s commitment to driving international climate policies and technological innovation aligns deeply with Demia’s mission to transform how we monitor, verify, and report on carbon and climate projects. Her expertise in harnessing AI and digital systems to improve transparency and integrity in environmental instruments will be invaluable as we scale Demia’s solutions globally. Having a leader like Nathalie on board reaffirms our commitment to using technology for meaningful impact, ensuring that we remain aligned with the highest international standards as we tackle some of the most pressing challenges in climate action. Her insights and connections across global climate initiatives will help shape the future of environmental data solutions at Demia. We’re truly honored to have her join us at this pivotal moment! #ClimateLeadership #AIForGood #Sustainability #CarbonMarkets #TrustedData #ClimateAction #Demia

💼 Excited to welcome Maria Mähl to Demia’s Advisory Board! As a Partner at ESG Book and Arabesque, Maria has been a force for positive change in ESG and sustainability-focused finance. Her previous role within the Clinton Global Initiative, her focus on environmental strategy, and her work on ESG data platforms make her an invaluable addition to our mission. Maria’s leadership in connecting financial systems with ESG data has led to groundbreaking innovations in transparency and accountability—two core principles that define Demia’s approach to environmental data. Her deep understanding of the intersection between finance, policy, and sustainability aligns perfectly with Demia’s efforts to enable a just transition through trusted data infrastructure. Her guidance will ensure that Demia continues to align with the highest ESG standards as we build toward a transparent and impactful future for climate finance. Together, we are committed to making a lasting difference. #ESG #ClimateFinance #Sustainability #DataTransparency #ClimateAction #Leadership #Demia

🚀 Thrilled to announce that Pat Bodin has joined Demia’s Advisory Board! Pat brings over 25 years of experience in the technology and AI sectors, with a notable role as Cisco's Global AI Architect. His passion for harnessing AI's power to transform industries aligns with Demia’s vision of leveraging AI for environmental data management. Pat’s deep expertise in creating AI-driven solutions and his forward-thinking approach to building scalable and secure infrastructures and businesses will help Demia stay ahead of the curve as we integrate cutting-edge AI solutions into carbon markets. Having Pat onboard represents an incredible step forward for Demia’s growth as we aim to provide next-gen tools for sustainability. His guidance will play a pivotal role in ensuring we remain innovative, secure, and effective in delivering meaningful environmental data solutions. Pat’s commitment to using AI for global good resonates deeply with our core values at Demia. We’re excited for the road ahead! #AI #Sustainability #TechForGood #CarbonMarkets #DigitalTransformation #Demia

🌍 Excited to welcome Katie Sullivan as the Chair of Demia’s Advisory Board! Katie’s extensive experience in driving global sustainability initiatives makes her the ideal person to lead Demia’s advisory efforts. As the Managing Director of IETA, she has been at the forefront of advancing carbon markets and has guided global policies to catalyze impactful climate solutions. Katie has consistently demonstrated leadership in bridging the gap between markets, governments, and innovative climate technologies. For nearly 20 years, Katie’s been a trusted leader and facilitator on market solutions to tackle climate change and drive clean private capital at scale. She leads policy advocacy and strategy on behalf of IETA’s 350+ multi-sector business members across the Americas and globally. Katie participates in numerous steering committees and sits on Boards of the Climate Action Reserve and the International CCS Knowledge Centre. She remains actively involved in climate advisory groups and expert panels for multiple businesses, low-carbon start-ups, non-profits, and governments. Prior to IETA, Katie worked at ICF International as a Senior Associate. Having worked closely with Katie over the years, I know that her deep expertise in carbon pricing, environmental finance, and sustainable development aligns perfectly with Demia’s mission to deliver secure, transparent, and trusted data infrastructure for the carbon markets. Her influence and commitment to our mission of amplifying impact through trusted data make her an invaluable asset as we continue to scale. Katie’s leadership will help ensure we navigate the complexities of climate markets with precision and integrity. Together, we’re on a powerful journey toward unlocking value in climate action! #Sustainability #CarbonMarkets #ClimateAction #TrustedData #Leadership #ClimateWeekNYC #Demia

🌿 ♻ We’re thrilled to announce that we've partnered with Eagle Point Funding!   🦅 Partnering with Eagle Point will help us gain access to the wealth of non-dilutive funding from the U.S. Federal agencies available for #ClimateTech companies. They're a premier consulting company with an in-depth knowledge of the Federal System, funding mechanisms, government trends, and interests. Eagle Point is a division of FreeMind Group, the world's largest grant consulting company, having raised over $1.5B in awards to date.   🛡 At Demia, we're on a mission to Secure Data, Remove Friction, Amplify Impact, and Unlock Value. We’re transforming carbon markets with secure climate data infrastructure, supported by a vast ecosystem of over 70 leading international organizations in sustainability, climate, and deep tech. With climate change as one of the greatest challenges of our time, it's clear that we need to scale projects making an impact, and we need high-quality data to enable trust in the impact they're making.   🤖 Our market-leading infrastructure, the Demia Decentralized Oracle Network (DON), enables secure, real-time, and comprehensive data collection for positive impact climate projects. Traditionally, the carbon market relies on intermittent data sampling and lengthy auditing and certification processes, while Demia offers a better path forward. A system that provides continuous, verified, and validated data from sensors, edge devices, AI-enabled data feeds, and manual inputs. All stored and managed securely – ensuring data integrity, ownership, and accessibility in a peer-to-peer manner.   ✅ ✅ ✅ With the ability to handle multi-project coordination, the Demia DON allows data publishing operators and data validating auditors to manage multiple emissions reduction initiatives through a single platform, complete with 3D digital twins of project locations and granular, industry-leading analytics and reporting. This transparency and interoperability of data make the auditing and credit issuance processes significantly faster and more reliable, which can directly increase the trust and value in carbon credits.   🏁 We look forward to a successful partnership with Eagle Point Funding and to scaling our team and presence throughout the US with their support.   #Demia #EaglePointFunding #CarbonMarkets #SustainableFuture #DecentralizedOracleNetwork #NonDilutiveFunding