KACSAT: The Multi-Sensor dMRV Engine for Nature-Based Solutions
KACSAT (Kumi Analytics Carbon Sequestration Assessment Tool) is a proprietary geospatial processing engine that automates the full dMRV workflow for any Nature-Based Solutions project — from blue carbon mangroves to REDD+ tropical forests to grassland carbon.
How KACSAT Works
Boundary Ingestion
Upload project polygons in Shapefile, GeoJSON, or KML format for any NbS project type or geography.
Multi-Sensor Data Fusion
KACSAT automatically aggregates cloud-penetrating SAR (L-band and C-band) and high-resolution optical imagery from Sentinel-1, Sentinel-2, ALOS-2, PlanetScope, and WorldView.
Biomass Calculation
Ecosystem-specific allometric models calculate Above-Ground Biomass (AGB) and Below-Ground Biomass (BGB) with field-validated accuracy.
Machine Learning and Deep Learning Model Development
Field measurements are used to train models which correlate field based biomass measurements with the multi-sensor satellite imagery stacks and are then tested to validate model accuracy.
Change Detection
Temporal analysis identifies deforestation events, forest degradation, and restoration progress against a dynamic baseline.
Audit-Ready Reporting
Standardized outputs are generated in formats aligned with Verra, Gold Standard, and Plan Vivo methodology requirements.
Capabilities
Regional Deforestation Rate
Understand deforestation trends at a regional scale to inform project siting and risk assessment.
Forest Density
Assess forest density and structure to support biomass modelling and carbon stock estimates.
Proximity to Water Sources
Factor in proximity to water sources for ecosystem health and restoration planning.
Total Biomass (Above & Below Ground)
Estimate above- and below-ground biomass for robust carbon sequestration assessment.
Annual State Change
Track annual change in forest state to monitor project progress and detect disturbances.
Change in Biomass & Carbon Sequestration
Quantify changes in biomass and carbon sequestration over time for reporting and verification.
KACSAT enables you to
Restore forests
Target replanting in the most crucial areas and optimize ground operations with data-driven insights.
Report, monitor & verify
Generate scientific reports to support carbon sequestration estimates and meet verification requirements.
Nature Based Solutions — Integrated platform
Deforestation Analysis
Analyze forest cover changes over a multi-year period with deforestation rates calculated using the UN FAO methodology. Understand where and how fast forest loss is occurring to inform conservation and restoration strategies.
Multi-Point Analysis
Detailed analysis of reforestation projects, carbon sequestration rates, ground data collection planning and validation, leakage belt and reference area analysis.
Integrated Solution
An integrated solution for both conservation and reforestation projects, supporting offsetting and insetting projects in one platform.
Benefits of KACSAT
Scientifically accurate
Impact you declare is backed by objective, scientifically accurate data for defensible reporting.
Faster planning & verification
Cut project planning, monitoring, reporting, and verification timelines compared to current processes.
Offsetting & insetting
Supports both carbon offsetting and insetting projects with one integrated platform.
Get started with KACSAT
Contact us to discuss how KACSAT can support your reforestation or conservation project and net zero targets.
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