Overstory

Overstory is a technology company specializing in vegetation intelligence. They use satellite imagery and artificial intelligence to provide utilities with real-time insights into the vegetation surrounding their power lines, helping them to prevent power outages and wildfires. They focus on helping utilities optimize resources, mitigate vegetation risk, and future-proof their operations programs.

Overstory’s services are designed to make vegetation management more efficient and cost-effective. They work with a variety of utilities, including investor-owned utilities, cooperatives, and municipalities, across North America and Europe. Their customers report significant improvements in their ability to prioritize vegetation management tasks, track their progress, and communicate their plans to stakeholders.

Overstory is a remote-first company with team members working globally. The company offers a flexible work environment, allowing employees to organize their work around their personal lives, rather than the other way around. They provide a work-from-home budget and dedicate time and budget for personal learning and development.

Overstory offers a fully remote work environment, a work from home budget, dedicated learning time and budget, and in-person Overstory team gatherings. They value respect and transparency and work hard to maintain a culture of inclusivity where everyone is heard and valued.

Overstory's mission is to combat climate change through smarter, greener, and more reliable power. They use artificial intelligence and satellite imagery to create actionable vegetation intelligence that helps utilities mitigate wildfire risk, protect biodiversity, and optimize resources. By providing insights into vegetation health, species, and proximity to power lines, Overstory empowers utilities to make data-driven decisions for safer infrastructure management and safer communities.

Overstory fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and respect. They prioritize inclusivity, valuing diverse perspectives and experiences. Their remote-first work environment prioritizes flexibility and work-life balance, while their commitment to tackling the climate crisis drives a sense of purpose and urgency. They believe in open communication, transparency, and a healthy sense of humor, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all employees.

Overstory is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, recognizing that a variety of perspectives and experiences are crucial for tackling the climate crisis effectively. They believe in acting with urgency, embracing diversity as a source of resilience, and building a culture of trust where ideas are shared openly. They prioritize a work environment that values respect and transparency, and approach challenges with curiosity and a healthy sense of humor.