Mission
To achieve wildfire resilience in an equitable and sustainable manner with the help of convergence research and co-production with stakeholders.
Call to Action
WHAT WE CURRENTLY HAVE
- National low spatio-temporal resolution fire detection and ecosystem response datasets.
- Forestry- and rangeland-centric workforce to handle wildfires with limited access to advanced wildfire Decision Support tools.
- Isolated centers and labs focused on pieces of the wildland fire problem.
WHAT IS URGENTLY NEEDED
- Technology, predictive tools, and design codes to help communities prepare for and survive fires.
- System to integrate existing wildfire tools and data nationally.
- System to share data and promote standards.
- Workforce trained in diverse perspectives including engineering, fires science, and community engagement.
Why a Center?
- Siloed approaches will not yield a solution to a “wicked problem”
- A system-of-systems perspective is lacking
- Convergent research towards a unified vision is needed
The complexity of “wicked problems” requires a comprehensive approach that goes beyond siloed solutions. These types of problems require a system-of-systems perspective that considers the interconnectedness of several factors. It is essential to consider the interdependent relationships between different systems and components to find a sustainable solution. Therefore, a convergent research approach that aligns with a unified vision is necessary to address the complex nature of these issues. Only by considering the big picture and working together towards a common goal can we hope to find effective and lasting solutions to wicked problems.
Why an Engineering Center?
- Building on decades of experience in hazard engineering and disaster resilience sciences
- Converging fundamental science and technology solutions towards decision support tools to tackle the wildfire problem
A “Wicked” Problem
Our Focus Areas
- Open Source
- Convergence and Co-Production by Academia, Government, Private Enterprise, and Nonprofits
- Emphasizing resilience-impacting regimes of wildfire (Pre and Post)
- Characterizing socio-economic risks & resilience
- Featuring Makers & Reconnaissance teams
White Paper
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