Overstory

Somerville, Massachusetts, USA · ≈150 employees · overstory.com

Overstory is a climate technology company that offers an AI-powered vegetation intelligence platform aimed at helping electric utilities manage vegetation risks. Founded in 2018, the company combines high-resolution satellite imagery with proprietary machine learning models to provide detailed insights into vegetation growth and its potential impact on power lines. With headquarters in Amsterdam and Somerville, Massachusetts, Overstory employs approximately 51 to 200 people. The company's software platform serves as a decision-support tool for vegetation management crews. It includes features for vegetation risk analysis, wildfire mitigation, and grid resilience, allowing utilities to prevent outages and enhance infrastructure reliability. Overstory's solutions help utilities prioritize maintenance efforts and optimize operations, ultimately reducing costs and improving safety. The company primarily serves electric utility companies in North America and Europe, with notable clients including Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E).