Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need To Know About Okala
Find quick answers to common questions about our platform, services and approach. From biodiversity monitoring and carbon management to EUDR compliance, this page explains how Okala works and how we can support your reporting, compliance and sustainability goals.
Okala is a nature-tech company with expertise in biodiversity and carbon measurement and reporting. We work for governments, NGOs, research institutions and industry. You can use our AI-powered software to collect, centralize, manage and analyse ecological data, and work with our experts for your compliance or reporting needs. Whether you have existing data you need analysed or need an end-to-end service, we can support you.
"Okala" is the common name of a tree - Xylopia aethiopica - found in Gabon and across central and west Africa. The tree is known for its ecological and cultural significance, providing both medicine and shelter to local people, embodying our mission to protect nature. The name varies regionally, known as ‘Okala’ and ‘Ogana’ in Gabon, ‘N'kana’ in Congo, and ‘Akui’ in Cameroon. The tree is found in forest edges, coastal thickets, swamp forests, and evergreen stands.
Okala delivers end-to-end biodiversity and environmental consulting, supported by proprietary technology to improve speed, accuracy, and scalability.
Our services include:
- Biodiversity baseline assessments, surveys, and long-term monitoring programmes
- Study design, field deployment, and project implementation across complex environments
- Species detection, rare species monitoring, and habitat analysis
- Regulatory compliance and reporting aligned with frameworks such as TNFD and EUDR
- Environmental due diligence, including deforestation risk analysis and geospatial assessments
- Carbon and sustainability services, including footprinting, decarbonisation planning, and feasibility studies
We combine multi method data collection with advanced analytics to deliver defensible, audit-ready outputs that support approvals, compliance, and long term decision making.
Okala supports organisations operating under regulatory pressure or managing biodiversity risk at scale.
We typically work with:
- Governments and public agencies responsible for environmental policy and large scale monitoring
- NGOs and conservation organisations requiring credible, transparent biodiversity data
- Infrastructure, mining, and energy operators needing approval-ready assessments and ongoing compliance
- Forestry and agriculture organisations managing land-use, supply chains, and EUDR requirements
- Research institutions and consultancies delivering ecological studies and environmental reporting
Our services are designed for teams that need defensible data, faster approvals, and scalable monitoring across complex projects.
The best way to get started is to book a personalised 30-minute consultation. We will walk through your requirements, project scope, and regulatory context, and outline how we can support your assessment, monitoring, or compliance needs.
You can also contact us directly at info@okala.io to discuss potential partnerships or project opportunities.
Book Your Initial 30-Minute Consultation and Move Your Project Forward With Confidence
Speak with our team about your project requirements, regulatory context, and timelines. We will provide clear, practical guidance on the best approach to assessment, compliance, and reporting.
