About
Who We Are
We are Clear Timber Analytics. We provide the tools that help foresters succeed.
We are Clear Timber Analytics, a team committed to advancing the future of forestry and urban green spaces through precision technology and actionable data insights. Our mission is simple but profound: to protect the world’s forests and foster sustainable environments for future generations. We believe that by working with like-minded individuals and organizations, we can contribute to a greener, more resilient world.
At Clear Timber, we provide cutting-edge tools that help foresters and urban managers succeed. By harnessing the power of high-resolution LiDAR analytics, remote sensing methodologies, and mobile mapping, we deliver thorough data insights that allow for precise targeting of scarce resources, informed decision-making, and better management of natural assets. Whether you’re monitoring forests, managing timber, or planning urban green spaces, our technology empowers you with the clarity and precision needed to navigate modern environmental challenges.
Our team is driven by a passion for the environment and a commitment to innovation. By making advanced data analytics accessible worldwide, we help our clients succeed in their mission to sustain and protect forests and urban green spaces. Together, we can make a lasting impact—preserving the natural world today and for future generations.
Founder
ALEX VAN GELDER
Clear Timber Analytics was born during the devastating bark beetle infestations that ravaged spruce forests across central Europe. As foresters struggled to keep pace with the rapid spread, I was inspired by plant-level sensing from agriculture. Collaborating with friends, we applied drone imagery and deep-learning analytics to detect infested trees. Delivered in shapefile format, this data empowered foresters to act swiftly. Today, our solution has expanded to include timber volume measurements, providing foresters with precise data to manage outbreaks efficiently and reduce losses.