While many entities in Canada are tackling wildfire management through technological and other means, it must still be accepted that the natural phenomenon will always occur to some degree—as it should.
Beyond wildfire mitigation, therefore, lies how to optimize lands already impacted by the event.
An upstart out of Port Coquitlam by the name of Tree Track Intelligence is tackling this very issue.
PoCo’s Tree Track leverages modern drone technology to help restore biodiversity to lands affected by wildfire, including those difficult for humans to access.
The startup taps drones to deploy special seedpods that can help establish trees and shrubs in ravaged areas.
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The drone-deployed seedpods are custom-formulated to maximize germination rates, according to the B.C. firm, with each project receiving a seedpod formula that is tailored specifically to that region.
From there, Tree Track’s novel dispersal mechanism can be mounted to a drone for deployment.
The company was founded in 2022 by chief executive officer Amir Soleimani and chief of technology Sam Sarabi who launched their first reforestation project late last year.
The pairing offers a natural synergy: Soleimani’s first job was tree planting, while Sarabi is a seasoned drone pilot.
Since their initial project in 2023, the two Canadian entrepreneurs have helped restore approximately 300 acres of land.
Moving forward, Tree Track Intelligence is seeking to commercialize its technology as it continues to help reforest regions.
The company is a Top 10 finalist for this year’s New Ventures BC Competition. Now in its 24th year, the annual competition highlighting tech innovation across the province culminates later this month at an in-person event at the Stanley Park Pavillion.
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