Wren

Wren, previously known as Skipper, is a company headquartered in San Francisco, CA, and operates fully remotely, allowing global participation in its climate initiatives. As a participant in Y Combinator’s S19 batch, Wren has established itself within the Industrials sector, focusing specifically on climate-related solutions. The company has been featured in prominent media outlets such as The New York Times, Wired, and Forbes for its innovative approach to carbon offsetting. Wren provides a user-friendly calculator on its website for individuals to assess their carbon footprint and explore various offsetting options. It partners with a diverse range of projects worldwide, including nature conservation, industry innovations, and policy initiatives, to offer comprehensive carbon offsetting solutions. Wren emphasizes transparency and accountability, operating as a Benefit Corporation with a legally-binding charter and public financial reports. The company also engages with indigenous communities for rainforest protection, highlighting the social impact of its environmental efforts. Additionally, Wren explores cutting-edge carbon capture and storage methods, such as storing carbon in basalt rock. With a team of 10, Wren has successfully raised over $8 million for its projects, received more than 2 million contributions, and garnered over 28,000 supporters, offsetting over 550,000 tons of CO₂. Wren offers a monthly subscription service for individuals looking to regularly offset their carbon footprint and provides detailed monthly updates on the impact of these contributions.