Tesera Systems
Founded in 1997, Tesera Systems is an employee-owned technology company specializing in high resolution forest inventory solutions that leverage AI and machine learning for scalable and cost-effective results.
Company History
Founded in 1997, Tesera Systems is an employee-owned technology company specializing in high-resolution forest inventory solutions. Over the decades, Tesera has established itself as a global provider of innovative IT and geomatics solutions, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to support sustainable forest management and biodiversity conservation. Tesera's commitment to reliability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness has positioned the company as a leader in the forestry and natural resource sectors.
High Resolution Inventory Solutions (HRIS)
Tesera's High Resolution Inventory Solutions (HRIS) utilize advanced machine learning and data analytics to produce reliable forestry and natural resource inventories. HRIS can scale from small woodlands to extensive forest landscapes covering millions of acres and hectares. By using inputs from airborne LiDAR, multispectral satellite imagery, and ground plot data, HRIS enables forest managers to plan for harvesting, ecosystem services, mitigation banking, and carbon sequestration.
Innovative AI and Machine Learning Applications
Tesera's forest inventory solutions incorporate AI-based approaches and machine learning algorithms to support various data sources and applications. The company's automated segmentation and land-cover classification facilitate faster and more cost-effective delivery of high-resolution forest inventory classifications. Tesera's technology reduces the time and expenses associated with traditional timber cruising, harvest planning, and log forecasting.
Client and Partner Collaborations
Tesera has a diverse client and partner portfolio that includes organizations such as Climeco, Sky Harvest Carbon, Gov't Yukon, Perimeter Forest LP, Green Leaf Consulting, York Timbers, Planet Labs, Strato Earth, Amazon Web Services, Safe Software, Github, and Docker Hub. These collaborations have enabled Tesera to deliver projects like the HRIS for Perimeter Forests, which significantly improved the resolution and accuracy of forest landscape and stand level attribute data.
Sustainable Forest Management Support
Tesera's HRIS technology supports sustainable forest management practices, biodiversity conservation, and informed policymaking aligned with international climate commitments. By providing continually updated forest inventories, Tesera helps clients visualize and manage their forest resources effectively, contributing to the overall sustainability and health of forest ecosystems.