In this episode of the All Things Wildfire podcast, we dive into the topic of wildfire detection and prevention. Our special guest, Carsten Brinkschulte, the founder of Dryad, shares his expertise in technology and the innovative solutions his company has developed. Dryad utilizes solar-powered gas sensors that act as electronic noses attached to trees in the forest. These sensors can detect changes in the gas composition of the air, allowing them to detect fires during the smoldering phase, which often goes unnoticed for hours. By leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence, Dryad's sensors can distinguish fire scents from other odors, providing early alerts to firefighters.
