Redwood City, United States
Temblor, Inc. stands at the forefront of catastrophe modeling with a unique emphasis on seismic hazard and risk assessment, spearheaded by its founders Ross Stein and Volkan Sevilgen, both former USGS scientists. Since its inception in 2014, the company has committed itself to increasing awareness about seismic risks not only to the general public but also catering specifically to sectors like insurance, reinsurance, and mortgage lending.
The company's edge lies in its ability to provide independent and transparent risk assessments through models built on recent and independently-validated scientific research. Notably, Temblor offers innovative products like dynamic hazard and loss forecasts post-seismic events, a globally consistent insurance loss model, and a high-resolution global site amplification model. A standout feature is the Temblor Earthquake Score, which aggregates all critical loss-impacting factors for precise risk pricing.
By offering the public accessible and comprehensible earthquake information, primarily through platforms like temblor.net and twitter.com/temblor, Temblor remains dedicated to its educational mission. The content, enriched by scientists and expert journalists, strengthens their role as a trusted source in a world increasingly attentive to natural hazards.
Despite receiving a $50.00K grant from the National Science Foundation on 17 June 2020, Temblor’s operational location and outreach remain rooted in the United States. Investors from the Information Technology, Insurance, and Insurtech industries may find this startup poised for impactful contributions in risk assessment and disaster preparedness.
