Patrick Ibron
About Patrick Ibron
Patrick Ibron is a Forest Consultant at Pina Earth, a climate tech startup that transforms monocultures into biodiverse forests and offers high-quality carbon credits.
Patrick Ibron - Forest Consultant at Pina Earth
Patrick Ibron serves as a Forest Consultant at Pina Earth, a company dedicated to transforming monocultures into climate-resilient mixed forests. The company focuses on providing high-quality carbon credits derived from local forests. Ibron works alongside a team that includes Dr. Gesa Biermann (Co-Founder & CEO) and Florian Fincke (Co-Founder & CTO), among others. The company aims to make European forests climate-resilient by increasing biodiversity and enhancing carbon storage.
Patrick Ibron's Role in Validated Climate Projects
Patrick Ibron's involvement at Pina Earth includes working on projects validated by TÜV Nord, an independent auditor. The company's methods comply with ISO standard 14064-2, ensuring that data models and carbon sink performance calculations are transparent and conservative. Pina Earth's projects also support numerous UN sustainability goals by transforming endangered monocultures into biodiverse mixed forests. These projects are featured on the Earthly platform and have received favorable assessments, including a 7.4 score for the 'Luckaitztal' project.
Pina Earth and Sustainable Forest Management
Patrick Ibron collaborates with organizations such as the Boscor Group for over a year on sustainable forest adaptation and management. With the use of digital twin technology and scientifically tested models, Pina Earth aims to develop certified climate protection projects across Germany. The company works closely with forest owners to ensure sustainable land management and carbon storage. Pina Earth has initiated projects encompassing over 1,000 hectares of forest since its inception in 2021.
Educational Background and Expertise of Patrick Ibron
Patrick Ibron holds a PhD in Sustainability Science from LMU Munich as well as a Master’s in Sustainable Resource Management from TU Munich. His academic background equips him with the expertise necessary to contribute significantly to Pina Earth's mission. Before his current role, Ibron participated in a renowned summer traineeship at Kearney in 2016, where he acquired skills that later aided in the founding of Pina Earth. Additionally, he co-founded 180 Degrees Consulting Munich and was part of the Management Team at the Center for Digital Technology and Management (CDTM).
Patrick Ibron's Contributions to Pina Earth's Funding and Growth
As a pivotal member of the Pina Earth team, Patrick Ibron played a role in the company’s growth and funding achievements. Pina Earth participated in the highly competitive Y Combinator and successfully raised $2.5 million from top-tier investors. The company also completed a €2.4 million Seed financing round, positioning itself as a key player in the climate tech sector. Pina Earth’s commitment to transparency and high-quality carbon offset projects has solidified its reputation and effectiveness in sustainable forest management.