Wildfire Technology Summit 2026

The Wildfire Technology Summit aims to redefine wildfire management by shifting from a 'technology-first' to a 'requirements-first' acquisition model. It fosters a 'Collaborate, Compete, Collaborate' approach for technology development. The summit gathers national leaders and subject matter experts from all levels of government, associations, and technology partners to define strategic mission outcomes and operational capabilities. This initiative addresses the national crisis of wildfires through unified purpose, shared intelligence, coordinated resources, and proactive management across the entire wildfire lifecycle, including pre-ignition, active response, and recovery. Phase 3 of the summit specifically focuses on refining operational capabilities and collaborating on technology requirements.