On September 19, 2024, the TREEADS Norwegian Pilot Stakeholder Workshop took place at Thon Hotel Opera in Oslo, Norway, bringing together key stakeholders to discuss advancements in holistic wildfire management. The event was an important milestone for TREEADS, showcasing the project’s contributions to wildfire prevention, detection, and restoration.
Workshop Highlights
The workshop featured oral presentations from TREEADS partners, covering a range of critical topics:
- Workshop with stakeholders in the Norwegian pilot (FRN)
- How wooden panels behave in forest fires (BLAB)
- TREEADS workshop on wildfire management (VIPO)
- Logistics for wildfire incidents using ISO standards (Jotne)
- WUI Guidelines for Norway (FRN)
These presentations provided valuable insights into fire management strategies, stakeholder collaboration, and technological advancements, reinforcing TREEADS’ role in shaping effective wildfire resilience.
Engaging with Key Stakeholders
The event attracted 27 participants, including representatives from:
- The scientific community
- Industry and technology partners
- Stakeholders in wildfire management
- National authorities and institutions
A collaborative session was held with the Norwegian user case in FIRE-RES, another EU-funded project under the same research call. Representatives from NIBIO (Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research) participated, fostering knowledge exchange and strengthening synergies between projects.
Stakeholder Input & Positive Feedback
One of the key interactive activities of the workshop involved group discussions on Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) guidelines for Norway. Stakeholders contributed valuable input, refining recommendations for improving wildfire response and preparedness.
Participants provided positive feedback, highlighting the workshop’s relevance and its role in shaping future wildfire management strategies in Norway.
Looking Ahead
The TREEADS consortium remains committed to strengthening collaborations with national and international stakeholders to advance wildfire management solutions. This workshop was a significant step forward in aligning TREEADS innovations with real-world needs and ensuring a robust response framework for wildfire incidents.
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