OUR MISSION

empowering communities to grow sustainable forests in Southeast Asia through high-quality nature-based carbon solutions.

SOUTHEAST ASIA IN THE FUTURE

a culture of sustainability between the forests and the people

OUR VALUES

Nature and people at the core.

We uphold our values in every business decision we make.

Genuine and Transparent.

We produce high-quality carbon credits while holding ourselves accountable to industry standards and maintaining transparency in every stage of our projects through honest reporting.

Scientific and Data-Driven

Our scientists and experts follow industry-standard protocols and utilize site-specific data in crafting carbon models and measuring project baselines.

Collaborative

We partner with governments, reputable non-government organizations, and academics who share our vision of a sustainable Southeast Asia.

Community-Driven and Sustainable

The true stewards of forests are the people who call them home. We engage with local communities who are actively involved in our nature-based carbon projects.

OUR TEAM

Driven by purpose and passion.

With a multidisciplinary team of experts, Wovoka combines scientific knowledge, technological tools, and community engagement to design projects with positive social and climate impact.

Lee Pearson

Chief Executive Officer

Tin Dalida

Chief Operating Officer

Ginny Tiongson

Chief Science Officer

Denise Janer

Director of Sustainability and Impact

Jong Asuncion

Field Coordinator for Mindanao

Rae Lucena

Regulatory Compliance Lead

Liz Madrid

Research Associate for Carbon Development

Ren Leovido

Reseearch Associate for Community Forestry

OUR COMPANY NAME

Why Wovoka?

Our company name pays tribute to the wisdom of Wovoka, a Paiute figure, known for his sustainable land stewardship.

Like Wovoka, our company works toward environmental regeneration while centering local and indigenous communities in our actions.

OUR PARTNERS & COLLEAGUES

We thrive on collaboration.

Fair Carbon

Haribon Foundation

University of the Philippines

Central Bicol State University - Calabanga Campus

Camarines Norte Province - Office of the Governor

OUR ADVISORS

We are guided by experts.

Wovoka's Scientific Advisory Board members come from the field of blue carbon and forestry, climate resilience, governance, project financing, and sustainability across different sectors like academia, non-government organizations, and industry.