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March 26, 2025 45 mins

How do we protect our communities when wildfires are outpacing traditional strategies? On this episode, Steve Wolf is joined by Brittany Black from BurnBot, an innovative startup using robotic technology and advanced forestry techniques to drastically reduce wildfire risk. Imagine a remote-controlled robot clearing and safely burning fuel to create fire-resistant perimeters year-round, even in terrain humans can’t reach. Brittany shares how BurnBot blends cutting-edge innovation with proven forestry practices to transform wildfire management. Discover how this exciting tech could help protect millions of acres—and why we can't rely on traditional government solutions alone. Don't miss this fascinating look at the future of fire protection!

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