
FIRE-RES OIC Webinar
The FIRE-RES OIC webinar will take place on 14 September 2023 at 11:00 CEST.
A new competition by FIRE RES is opening, aiming to find innovative solutions to combating extreme wildfire events in Europe. The FIRE-RES Open Innovation Challenge (OIC) targets stakeholders involved in the wildfire preparedness and response in Europe. Experts, researchers, technologists, entrepreneurs, and innovators are welcome to apply.
This first webinar aims to provide interested participants with an overview of the Open Innovation Challenge, with insight on the application process, grants and benefits of taking part in the challenge. Seven topics have been identified as part of the challenge:
Theme 1 – Risk Communication and Awareness
Theme 2 – Community Engagement and Empowerment
Theme 3 – Stakeholder Training and Education
Theme 4 – Monitoring and Early Warning
Theme 5 – Forecasting and Decision Support
Theme 6 – Extreme Wildfire Events Response and Resources
Theme 7 – Policy and Governance Best Practices