An interview with Vincent Bouchiat, CEO & Cofounder of Grapheal

In our COP28 series, we interviewed Vincent Bouchiat, CEO & Co-founder of Grapheal. Grapheal is dedicated to developing connected sensor technology for environmental monitoring and health conditions. Vincent discusses Grapheal's approach to climate change, best practices, stakeholder engagement, inspiration from global actions, promising climate technologies, and views on necessary policies and initiatives for effectively addressing climate change.

1. How is your organization approaching climate change?

Our organization is committed to producing connected sensors technology to monitor environmental and Health conditions, detect pollutants, and gather data crucial for understanding and mitigating the impact of climate change.

2. What’s your top best practice to solve the climate crisis?

Our top best practice is the integration of technology with environmental science. We believe in the power of data-driven solutions as it enables precise and focused action. By continuously improving the sensitivity and accuracy of our sensors, we enable more effective monitoring of air and water quality, which are essential for addressing climate-related issues. We are also committed to fight diseases associated with global warming by making diagnostic of parasitic diseases more affordable.

3. How is your organization engaging local stakeholders in your climate actions?

We engage local stakeholders by collaborating with community organizations, educational institutions, and local governments. We provide them with access to our technology and data, facilitating local-level climate action and awareness. Our approach is to empower communities with the tools and information they need to make informed decisions about their environment.

4. Outside of your organization, what climate action inspires you?

We are inspired by global reforestation efforts. Tress act as efficient carbon sinks, and initiatives that focus on planting and preserving forests have a direct and positive impact on the climate. These efforts not only capture carbon but also preserve biodiversity, promote water access, and support ecosystems.

5. What climate technology do you find promising to address climate change?

We find Carbon sequestration technologies based on green electrochemistry, in particular those mimicking photosynthesis are among the most promising; Those technology treats carbon emissions responsible for global warming as a resource to generate hydrocarbons.

6. What new policy, regulation or financial initiative do you believe is necessary to solve the climate crisis?

We believe in the necessity of policies that incentivize green technology innovation and adoption. This includes subsidies for renewable energy projects, tax benefits for sustainable practices. We believe that strong investment in research and development will help novel environmentally friendly technologies to emerge. Additionally, implementing stricter regulations on pollutants and emissions can significantly drive the shift towards a more sustainable future.