Max Yancho
About Max Yancho
Max Yancho is an applied scientist working with Pachama, focusing on evaluating and developing forest carbon projects in collaboration with a team of experts across multiple countries.
Title in Applied Science
Max Yancho holds a title in Applied Science and works in various capacities that align with his field. His role involves collaborating with a diverse team of forest scientists, technologists, and carbon market experts. This multidisciplinary approach permits the integration of scientific rigor with technological innovations to foster sustainable forest management and climate action.
Involvement in Forest Carbon Projects
Max Yancho is part of a dedicated team that has evaluated over 150 forest carbon projects certified by the world's four largest voluntary carbon registries. These evaluations are essential for verifying the credibility and impact of forest carbon projects, ensuring they meet stringent environmental standards. His contributions help maintain the integrity and effectiveness of these initiatives.
Development of Pachama's Project Evaluation Criteria
Max Yancho has been crucial in developing Pachama's Project Evaluation Criteria 2.1. This set of criteria is significant for assessing forest carbon projects, ensuring they are robust, environmentally sustainable, and scientifically sound. His work in this area underscores his expertise and commitment to advancing rigorous environmental standards.
Pachama Originals Projects
Max Yancho is actively involved in the development of Pachama Originals projects across Brazil, Mexico, and the United States. These projects aim to protect and restore vital forest ecosystems by leveraging cutting-edge technology and scientific principles. His efforts are pivotal in driving the success and impact of these conservation initiatives.
Impact on Climate Action
Max Yancho contributes significantly to driving funding aimed at protecting and restoring millions of hectares of land. By serving a company that collaborates with climate leaders such as Salesforce, Nespresso, Shopify, and Boston Consulting Group, he helps channel substantial resources into global climate action efforts.
Supported by Leading Investors
Max Yancho works for a company backed by prominent investors including Lowercarbon Capital, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Future Positive, Amazon Climate Pledge Fund, Y Combinator, and Deutsche Telekom. This financial support is crucial for advancing the company's mission of addressing climate change through innovative forest carbon projects and technologies.