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Follow the key milestones in our journey towards building a leading nature risk platform and stay informed on how we’re advancing our mission to help businesses navigate the complexities of nature-related risks. For questions, please contact us.
October 6, 2025 – Dunya Analytics outlines case for corporate sustainability
Dunya Analytics, based at the CSC Station co-working space in Wilmington, launched in 2023 to help the growing number of companies taking nature impacts into account.
Read the article here (subscription required).
October 2, 2025 – 25 Climate Tech Startups to Watch in 2025
Dunya Analytics selected by Trellis as one of the top 25 climate tech startups to watch in 2025. These early-stage startups are innovating in five sectors: land use and carbon, energy, transport, industry and nature.
Read about all the startups here.
September 22, 2025 – Dunya Analytics Answers the Biodiversity Data Challenge
Dunya Analytics announces a collaboration with the Natural History Museum, London to integrate the museum's renowned Biodiversity Intactness Index (BII) into its nature analytics platform. Companies struggle with nature risk assessment because no single dataset can quantify nature risk in line with TNFD recommendations. Dunya Analytics has developed a scientifically rigorous methodology that combines the best available global biodiversity datasets to automatically quantify nature risk, making it easy for companies to conduct compliant assessments and gain actionable insights for their nature strategies.
Read the press release here.
September 18, 2025 – Industry-Leading Biodiversity Risk Screener Now Available for Free
Dunya Analytics, a leader in biodiversity and nature risk analytics, today announced the launch of its free biodiversity and nature risk analytics tool at www.dunya-analytics.com. The tool makes nature risk assessment accessible to companies of any size, lowering the cost barriers that have prevented many organizations from evaluating their exposure to biodiversity and nature risks.
Read the press release here.
August 14, 2025 – In Her Own Words: Megan Pillsbury creates opportunity for herself and others
Our CEO, Megan Pillsbury, featured in BizWomen: While we battle discrimination and bias in others, women often hold ourselves back. That’s the lesson Megan Pillsbury learned in AP Calculus in high school and one she’s remembered ever since.
Read the feature here.
August 5, 2025 – #StartupsEverywhere: Wilmington, Del.
De-mystifying environmental impacts: Dunya Analytics is providing digital tools to help businesses measure, manage, and report on biodiversity and nature-related risks. Engine sat down with our founder and CEO, Megan Pillsbury, to talk about her startup, her experience applying for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grants, and more.
Read the interview here.
August 5, 2025 – Dunya Analytics and One Earth Launch First-of-Its-Kind Integration Connecting Biodiversity Risk to Species and Ecological Context
Dunya Analytics announced the launch of a groundbreaking integration with One Earth, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering climate solutions through understanding bioregions. This first-of-its-kind partnership directly embeds One Earth's comprehensive bioregional framework into Dunya Analytics' risk assessment platform, enabling companies to move beyond metrics to understand the specific ecosystems, species, and ecological patterns their operations impact.
See more details in the press release here.
April 16, 2025 – Dunya Analytics Launches Guide to Simplify Nature Risk Reporting
Dunya Analytics has released Nature Risk Made Simple, a first-of-its-kind educational guide designed to help companies confidently begin their biodiversity reporting journey. As global nature disclosure frameworks like TNFD and CSRD take hold, this new resource distills complex requirements into a clear, five-step roadmap for sustainability and risk teams. Tailored to companies at any stage, the guide helps translate regulatory expectations into actionable steps—and emphasizes the importance of engaging Indigenous and local communities.
See more details in the press release here.
April 7, 2025 – Why Smart Companies Are Doubling Down on Sustainability
In a new piece for Sustainable Brands, our CEO, Megan Pillsbury, examines how forward-thinking companies are staying the course on clean energy and sustainability—even as U.S. federal support recedes. The article explores how global market forces, from China's $818 billion clean tech investment to the EU’s new sustainability regulations, are reshaping competitive advantage. For U.S. businesses, there is a clear message: adapting today will lead to a competitive edge in the clean economy of tomorrow
Read the full article here.
January 28, 2025 - Dunya Analytics Breaks Down Barriers to Measuring Biodiversity Risk with Intuitive New Approach
Dunya Analytics has launched a user-friendly platform that simplifies biodiversity risk assessment for businesses, integrating global frameworks like the TNFD, CSRD, and SBTN. This innovative tool combines comprehensive analytics and automated insights, helping organizations navigate nature-related risks and opportunities with ease. The platform's integration of diverse, science-based datasets enables businesses to make data-driven decisions for nature-positive outcomes.
See more details in the press release here.
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September 17, 2024 - Dunya Analytics Closes $1.2 Million Seed Round
Excitement continues to build as Dunya Analytics has successfully raised $1.2 million in seed funding, led by Synovia Capital with participation from KDX and Persei Venture. The funding will accelerate the development of the Dunya Analytics digital platform, designed to simplify biodiversity risk measurement for businesses. As biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation become critical financial risks, our platform provides businesses with actionable insights to meet evolving regulatory requirements and identify material risks.
Learn more in the press release here.
July 31, 2024 - Dr. Rebecca Stern joins Dunya Analytics as Chief Science Officer
Dunya Analytics welcomes Dr. Rebecca Stern as Chief Science Officer. With a PhD in Natural Resources from the University of Vermont and over a decade of experience in climate change and nature-based solutions, Dr. Stern brings a wealth of expertise to our team. Formerly a Managing Technical Consultant at ERM, she is a passionate forest ecologist dedicated to advancing science-driven methodologies in biodiversity, water, and climate risk. Her leadership will help advance our platform to ensure our clients have the best available information for decision-making in the path to a more sustainable economy.
See Dr. Stern profiled in Technical.ly’s ‘12 key people building Delaware’s tech ecosystem’ here.
July 25, 2024 - Dunya Analytics joins Silverstrand Capital’s Biodiversity Accelerator+
Dunya Analytics has been selected as one of eight startups to join the Biodiversity Accelerator+ program, a prestigious initiative aimed at supporting nature-positive companies. This selection places Dunya in an elite cohort that will receive mentorship from over 35 global and regional industry leaders in nature tech, investment readiness, and business development. The program includes an in-person investor networking event in Singapore and a showcase at the UN Biodiversity Conference COP16 in Colombia.
See more details here at Silverstrand Capital’s Substack announcement.
May 24, 2024 - Dunya Analytics selected to join MassChallenge Switzerland accelerator
Dunya Analytics has been chosen as one of the top 100 early-stage startups to join the MassChallenge Switzerland 2024 acceleration program, representing 8% of total applicants. This global accelerator, renowned for helping startups grow without taking equity, offers selected companies access to expert mentors, corporate partners, and investors. The 4-month program, spanning 37 countries and 5 continents, is designed to help startups refine their propositions and scale their impact, culminating in a chance to win up to CHF 1 million in zero-equity prize money.
Check out MassChallenge Switzerland’s announcement here.
May 16, 2024 - Dunya Analytics wins at Delaware’s Startup302
In a competition spanning five categories, Dunya Analytics recently came away winning the top ‘Blue Hen’ prize overall as well as the Environmental Impact category at Delaware's Startup302 competition, securing $20,000 in funding. The Startup302 competition, organized by the Delaware Prosperity Partnership, supports tech-enabled startups led by underrepresented founders, offering grants, connections, and resources. Dunya Analytics’ recognition highlights its innovative approach to addressing environmental challenges through advanced analytics, furthering its mission to drive sustainable impact.
You can read more details here at Startup302’s recap of their fourth competition.