Wildfires worsen due to climate change; startup offers digital solution

TechCrunch March 26, 2024, 10:00 PM UTC

Summary: The article discusses the increasing damage from wildfires due to climate change, with forest area burned rising by 320% from 1996 to 2021. Vibrant Planet, a startup, offers a solution by digitizing land mapping and using AI to aid fire departments and government bureaus in managing land and preparing for climate incidents. The platform promotes collaboration among various groups for effective land management and resilience planning.

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