Dryad Networks

As the UN report highlights that global efforts are way off track in tackling climate change, it’s clear that critical areas are still being overlooked—wildfires being a prime example. Two years ago, Dryad Networks published a white paper emphasizing how the devastating impact of wildfires on emissions isn’t given enough attention at COP, and here we are again, with nothing changing. Forest fires, like the record ones in Canada, are creating massive carbon feedback loops, yet the urgency around addressing them remains minimal. If COP29 is to be the turning point the UN envisions, wildfire prevention and management must be front and centre. Without this focus, we risk letting these disasters become permanent emissions sources, undermining global targets and driving us further from the 1.5°C pathway. The time for bold action is now—let’s ensure COP29 finally addresses this critical gap. https://lnkd.in/eSHXjbYQ #climateaction #cop29 #wildfireprevention #carbonemissions #climatechange #globalwarming #climatesolutions #sustainability #forestconservation

As the 2024 wildfire season draws to a close, our CEO, Carsten Brinkschulte, challenges a common misconception: wet winters don’t necessarily reduce wildfire risk—instead, they can amplify it. Carsten explains how climate change leads to weather extremes—more rain in winter, followed by dry, windy springs and summers. This creates lush vegetation that turns into tinder, setting the stage for intense fires later in the year. With more people living in the wildland-urban interface, the stakes are higher than ever. So, what’s next? Carsten highlights cutting-edge technologies, like Dryad Networks’ large-scale IoT network of solar-powered sensors for ultra-early fire detection. These sensors detect the earliest signs of fire, providing critical time for responders to act before fires grow uncontrollable. 🌲 As we reflect on this season’s challenges, it’s clear that combining innovative technology with proactive strategies is essential to protecting our forests and communities from future threats. Read Carsten’s full piece on the hidden risks of wet winters and the role of technology in safeguarding our ecosystems in PreventionWeb: https://lnkd.in/eUiGa93F #climatechange #wildfireprevention #iot #smartforests #dryadnetworks #thoughtleadership #sustainability #wildlandurbaninterface #firedetection #wildfireseason

Nice write-up here in IoT Evolution World about our recent funding news. 📰 This funding will allow us to: - Speed up the development of Florian, our autonomous drone-based system for suppressing wildfires at their very inception. 🛩️🔥 - Scale our Silvanet platform to expand our ultra-early IoT sensor network for forests. A big thank you to Investitionsbank des Landes Brandenburg (ILB) and First Imagine! for backing our mission to make a real difference in protecting forests, ecosystems, and communities. https://lnkd.in/dtvV2DkT #wildfireprevention #iot #climatetech #sustainability #foresttech #innovation #greentech #techforgood #wildfiredetection #environmentalimpact

🚨 Big News from Dryad Networks! 🚨 We’re delighted to announce a €3.8M grant from the European Regional Development Fund (via Investitionsbank des Landes Brandenburg (ILB)) to accelerate the development of our autonomous wildfire suppression project, Florian. Additionally, a €2.5M investment from climate-tech investor First Imagine! will help us further innovate our Silvanet wildfire detection platform. With these milestones, we’re one step closer to revolutionizing wildfire management by combining early detection with rapid suppression. Our mission: Protecting ecosystems, communities, and infrastructure with cutting-edge tech. Read more about this exciting next chapter for Dryad: https://hubs.ly/Q02Vhqg30 #climatetech #wildfireprevention #ai #sustainability #drones #innovation #funding #investment

We are thrilled to announce that Sohan Aloysius Domingo has joined Dryad Networks as Vice President of Sales, Business Development, and Operations for Australia and New Zealand. With over 20 years of experience in software development, telecommunications, and AI/ML technologies, Sohan previously led Fujitsu’s APAC Innovation Team, creating groundbreaking Generative AI applications. His expertise in IoT, AI/ML, and mobile networks makes him an ideal fit to drive our business in the ANZ region. Sohan’s passion for combating climate change aligns perfectly with Dryad’s mission. Under his leadership, we look forward to expanding our operations and protecting forests across Australia and New Zealand. 🇦🇺🇳🇿 #australia #newzealand #iot #wildfiresafety #climateaction #forests #ai #ml #sustainability #technology

We’re thrilled to announce that Dryad Networks has been recognized by WIRED as one of the Hottest Startups in Berlin for 2024! 🚀 This incredible honor reflects our team’s dedication to revolutionizing wildfire detection and forest health monitoring with our Silvanet technology. We’ve developed an ultra-early detection system powered by solar energy and IoT mesh networks that operates in even the most remote areas of the world. But that’s just the beginning. Our vision extends beyond wildfire prevention to creating an “app store for the forest,” where our network supports a wide range of applications, such as forest health monitoring, chainsaw noise detection, and predictive sensors for real-time fire risk mapping. With thousands of sensors already deployed across 50 countries, we’re excited to see what’s next for Dryad as we continue to help protect the world’s largest carbon sink and tackle one of the most pressing climate challenges of our time. A huge thank you to our team, partners, and customers for believing in our vision. And a special shoutout to WIRED for this amazing recognition! 🙌 👉 Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/e5rRVUXN. Congratulations to our fellow startups! 🔥 BlueLayer | Cambrium | Jina AI | Endel | SLAY | Ovom Care | UltiHash | theblood | Qdrant #techforgood #wildfiredetection #sustainabletech #climateaction #forestmanagement #iot #innovation #greentech #climatetech #smartforests #carboncapture #forestprotection #berlinstartups #startuplife #ai #meshnetworks #wildfiresafety #environmentaltech #sustainability #wiredstartups

With wildfires in Canada growing more unpredictable and dangerous, early detection is more crucial than ever. That’s why we’re working with the TELUS Pollinator Fund for Good to bring innovative solutions to the table. 🇨🇦 At Dryad Networks, we’re rolling out a solar-powered, ultra-early wildfire detection system. Our gas sensors act like an “electronic nose,” detecting fires at their earliest stages—before they spread out of control. By shortening the time between fire ignition and detection, we’re helping prevent wildfires from becoming devastating events. As the climate changes and wildfires become more frequent, it’s technology like ours that will make a real difference. Thanks to TELUS and Justis Cooper for this great video! 📹 #wildfireprevention #climateaction #earlydetection #forestprotection #techforgood #innovation #sustainability #solarpower #environmentalimpact #canadawildfires #smartforests #teluspollinatorfund #firemanagement #greentechnology #startupcollaboration

🌲🌍 A Major Milestone in Wildfire Detection - Silvanet in Argentina 🇦🇷! We’re very happy to celebrate our incredible partner, DirMOD, for their outstanding efforts in executing a successful pilot test of Dryad Networks’ ultra-early wildfire detection system in Tierra del Fuego. As South America battles unprecedented forest fires this year, with over 346,000 fires already recorded across 13 countries, we are proud to contribute a cutting-edge solution. Together with DirMOD and the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Disaster Response team, we’ve taken a giant step towards safeguarding forests and communities. A huge thank you to Nicolas Surijón and the DirMOD team. And a big shout-out to Beto Ortega, Camila Saad, Laura Alvarez Modernel, Lorena Zicker, and Raúl Héctor Ponce for all their hard work behind the scenes. 👏🏻 This collaboration shows what’s possible when innovation, technology, and teamwork come together to solve real-world problems. The pilot’s success paves the way for even more as we look to extend the project to three additional provinces. Learn more in the video below (in Spanish). Together, we’re not just preventing fires—we’re building a safer, more resilient future. 🔥🌲 #forestfireprevention #iot #climatetech #wildfiredetection #sustainability #environmentaltech #techforgood #forestconservation #smartforests #earlywarning #machinelearning #innovation #disasterresponse #foresthealth #resilience #firemanagement

Wildfires are one of the most pressing challenges in the fight against climate change. At Dryad Networks, we’re tackling this issue with IoT technology designed for ultra-early wildfire detection. 🌍🔥 Our CEO, Carsten Brinkschulte, recently spoke to Business Insider about how we developed Silvanet—an innovative solution using AI-powered sensors to detect fires in the smoldering phase before they become catastrophic. From overcoming technical challenges to building a scalable, solar-powered mesh network, this was no easy feat. But we’re driven by our mission to protect forests and reduce global CO2 emissions. Many thanks to Erin Greenawald for the chat. https://lnkd.in/ezwcQuBV #climatechange #greentech #sustainability #wildfireprevention #carbonreduction #climatetech #forestconservation #iot #ai #cleantech #environment #renewableenergy #solarpower #smarttechnology #wildfires #carbonemissions #forestmanagement #impactinvesting #techforgood #climateaction

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