BSV Podcast 0168: EarthPulse

Balerion Principal Aidan Daoussis sits down with Laura Moreno Patricio, CEO of EarthPulse, to discuss making Earth observation data usable at scale. EarthPulse combines multi-source satellite data, AI models, and client data into modular solutions that integrate into existing workflows for utilities, insurers, infrastructure operators, and governments. The company aims to turn fragmented Earth observation data into actionable risk, resilience, and compliance information without requiring in-house imagery expertise.00:00 – Introduction and EarthPulse’s approach to making Earth observation data usable03:12 – Customers, risk analysis, and productized alternatives to traditional consulting06:34 – Laura Moreno Patricio’s background and the founding of EarthPulse09:12 – Combining satellite sources, partnerships, and multi-source data fusion11:14 – Why Earth observation applications require diverse datasets and analytics13:48 – Building software that replaces the need for specialized imagery analysts16:20 – Barriers to enterprise adoption and integrating analytics into daily workflows20:34 – Building and financing a European deep-tech company24:04 – European versus U.S. venture capital and international expansion26:51 – Using public funding before transitioning toward private capital28:43 – How LLMs and foundation models are accelerating EarthPulse’s product roadmap30:26 – European space investment, scaling startups, and the role of U.S. capital35:21 – European space sovereignty and the global Earth observation ecosystem37:49 – Customizing EarthPulse solutions for individual enterprise workflows41:41 – Connecting Earth observation insights to operational decisions and actions46:19 – Reaching end users through trusted industry partners and existing software48:32 – EarthPulse’s roadmap and vision for making geospatial analytics a commodity50:04 – Closing thoughts on unlocking the value of satellite data This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit balerionspace.substack.com