Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about our consulting services, approach and how we support ecology, biodiversity and sustainability challenges.
Everything you need to know about Okala
Okala is a specialist consultancy for biodiversity, nature and climate, helping organisations navigate complex biodiversity and sustainability challenges. We combine scientific expertise, technology and practical advisory to support ecological and biodiversity permitting, compliance and informed decisions.
"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.
We work across three practices: Biodiversity & Ecology, Carbon & Sustainability, and Nature Technology. That includes critical habitat assessments, ESIAs, ecological surveys, biodiversity monitoring, carbon and GHG services, sustainability reporting, EUDR compliance, ecological modelling, geospatial mapping, AI species identification and sensor development.
We work with organisations in oil & gas, mining, infrastructure, energy, industrial, and forestry, land use & conservation, as well as governments, NGOs and research partners. We have delivered consulting in 25+ countries, and NatureCube is used in 35 countries.
Talk to an expert through our contact page, or reach out directly at info@okala.io. We'd be happy to discuss your project requirements.
Ecology & sustainability consulting FAQs
We combine scientific expertise, technology and practical advisory. Technology accelerates analysis where it helps; our scientists verify evidence and turn it into clear recommendations for permitting, compliance and better decisions.
Our ecologists select from camera traps, environmental DNA (eDNA), bioacoustic recording, satellite imagery and traditional field surveys, or a combination of methods depending on your site, species of interest and regulatory requirements.
Timelines depend on scope and site complexity. Technology-enabled workflows can accelerate data processing, while scientific design and expert verification remain central to every programme.
Yes. Beyond one-off assessments, we design and deliver ongoing biodiversity monitoring programmes that track ecological change and support compliance over time.
We've delivered consulting across oil & gas, mining, infrastructure, energy, industrial, and forestry, land use & conservation in 25+ countries.