Natural Capital Research Limited (Natcap), a London-based company specializing in nature data, has secured $10 million in Series A funding.
The investment came from a diverse group of backers, including André Hoffmann, Norinchukin Capital, Yeo Ventures, Pelican Ag, David Craig, Oxford Science Enterprises, MW&L Capital Partners, and Alea Iacta Est. These investors also participated in Natcap’s £2.5 million seed round in early 2023.
Natcap plans to use the new funds to fuel its growth, helping organizations better understand their nature-related risks and opportunities.
Founded in 2018 by Professor Baroness Kathy Willis of the University of Oxford and others, and currently led by CEO Sebastian Leape, Natcap aids companies in quantifying and integrating nature-related risks and opportunities into their business strategies. By working closely with scientists, Natcap provides detailed and accessible nature data and metrics. Their platform assists businesses in measuring, reporting, and addressing nature-related risks and opportunities to develop robust nature strategies.
Natcap supports over 20 organizations, including collaborations with Tesco’s Nature Programme and a partnership with MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings.
