Planscape

So… what is Planscape? #Planscape is a #wildfire #resilience decision support tool for planners designed to bring the best available state and federal data and science together in a user-friendly, accessible format. ???? Planscape helps regional planners prioritize landscape treatments to mitigate fire risk, maximize ecological benefits, and help California’s landscapes adapt to climate change.? https://lnkd.in/g8EyWNEc

?? Planscape: Free, Collaborative & Now with Treatment Modeling! ?? Wildfire resilience requires smart, science-driven planning—and Planscape makes it easier than ever. Completely free and built on cutting-edge science, Planscape provides user-friendly tools to help land managers, conservationists, and communities make data-informed decisions about wildfire risk reduction and forest restoration. ?? What’s New? ? Now with treatment modeling – simulate the impact of different fuel treatments before implementation ? Free & accessible for all users ? Science-backed decision-making tools ? Seamless collaboration for agencies, NGOs, and landowners ? Optimized for wildfire risk reduction & forest health With the latest treatment modeling features, Planscape helps users visualize how different strategies will impact wildfire risk and landscape health—ensuring more effective, data-driven decisions. ?? Explore Planscape today and see how science and collaboration can transform wildfire planning! Learn more or give it a try at: https://www.planscape.org/ #WildfireResilience #ForestRestoration #ClimateAdaptation #Planscape #DataDrivenDecisions

We’re excited to be part of Google.org's AI Collaborative: Wildfires, an initiative to address the global wildfire crisis. As part of this long-term effort, we’re proud to help launch FireSat, a transformative satellite technology for early wildfire detection using AI. This achievement advances the enduring commitment to reduce the economic, social, and environmental toll of catastrophic wildfires.

???? Historic Agreement Restores Cultural Burns in California ???? A first-of-its-kind agreement between the North Fork Mono Tribe and the State of California is bringing cultural burning back to the landscape—a proven, Indigenous-led wildfire mitigation strategy that enhances forest health, biodiversity, and community safety. ?? Why this matters: ?? Cultural burns reduce wildfire risk by clearing excess fuels while promoting healthy ecosystems. ?? Restores traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) that has shaped California’s landscapes for generations. ?? Strengthens collaboration between Tribal communities and state agencies to integrate cultural burning into modern fire management. At Planscape, we recognize the scientific and ecological value of Indigenous fire stewardship. Our platform helps land managers plan and implement fire-adapted strategies, ensuring that traditional knowledge and modern data-driven tools work together to build resilient landscapes. ?? Read more about this groundbreaking partnership: https://lnkd.in/eGKKT5NS ?? Learn how Planscape supports strategic fire planning: www.planscape.org #CulturalBurning #FireResilience #IndigenousFireStewardship #TraditionalEcologicalKnowledge #Planscape #WildfireMitigation #ForestHealth #ClimateAdaptation #FireScience

?? The Mountain Beaver: A Living Fossil of the Pacific Northwest! ?? Happy #FocalSpeciesFriday! Let’s talk about the Mountain Beaver (Aplodontia rufa). Despite its name, the Mountain Beaver, also called boomers, isn’t a true beaver—it’s actually one of the most primitive living rodents, with a lineage dating back over 40 million years! ?? Unlike tree-chopping beavers, these burrowing mammals spend most of their lives underground, digging intricate tunnel systems in moist forests along the Pacific Northwest. But wildfires pose a serious threat to Mountain Beavers. Intense fires can destroy the ferns, shrubs, and young tree roots they rely on for food. The loss of dense vegetation also exposes their burrow systems, making them more vulnerable to predators and extreme weather. Post-fire soil erosion and compaction can collapse burrows, forcing these rodents to relocate—often into less suitable habitats. Protecting riparian areas, maintaining soil moisture, and restoring post-fire landscapes with native vegetation are crucial for ensuring Mountain Beavers can continue their role as ecosystem engineers in forested habitats. These ancient rodents remind us that even the most secretive species play a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems! ?? Learn more about Mountain Beavers: https://lnkd.in/eMxbjcdy #WildlifeConservation #MountainBeaver #WildfireImpact #HabitatRestoration #EcosystemEngineers #ProtectBiodiversity

???? Honoring Deanne Shulman & All Women Smokejumpers: Pioneers in Wildland Fire ???? In 1981, Deanne Shulman made history as the first female smokejumper, breaking barriers at the McCall, Idaho base and paving the way for women in wildland fire. Despite meeting all fitness standards in 1979, she was initially turned away for being just under the weight requirement—but she didn’t stop there. By 1981, she met the threshold and officially became a smokejumper, proving resilience and determination can rewrite history. Her 37-year career left a lasting impact on wildfire operations, international fire programs, and the generations of women who followed in her footsteps. ?? To all the women who have suited up, jumped into the flames, and pushed boundaries in wildland fire—your courage, skill, and determination continue to inspire. The work of smokejumpers is among the most physically and mentally demanding in wildfire suppression, and these women have proven time and again that they are more than up to the challenge. Thank you, Deanne, and all the trailblazing women in fire! #WomenInFire #Smokejumpers #WildfireScience #FireResilience #Trailblazers #FireManagement #FireHistory #BreakingBarriers #WildlandFirefighters

???? Planscape’s Direct Effects Analysis: See the Impact of Your Decisions Over Time! ???? Wildfire resilience and forest management require long-term, data-driven planning—and now, with Planscape’s Direct Effects Analysis, you can visualize changes over 20 years with precision. ?? What’s new? ?? 20-Year Projections – Track how management decisions shape landscape resilience, with data in 5-year increments. ?? Customizable Metrics – Select the key indicators that matter most to your planning area. ?? Stand-Level Insights – Dive deep into dynamic graphs that show projected changes at both project and stand levels. With science-backed modeling and intuitive visualizations, Planscape empowers land managers to plan smarter, optimize treatments, and strengthen wildfire resilience—before fire strikes. ?? Explore the tool & plan with confidence: www.planscape.org #WildfireResilience #ForestManagement #DataDrivenDecisions #Planscape #ClimatePreparedness #WildfireMitigation #SustainableForestry #FireScience #ResilientLandscapes

?? New Report Highlights the Growing Wildfire Risk—& the Urgent Need for Proactive Planning ?? A new analysis from First Street Foundation found that 94% of properties destroyed in the recent Los Angeles wildfires were already identified as high-risk—underscoring the urgent need for data-driven wildfire mitigation and landscape resilience strategies. At Planscape, we are committed to helping communities, land managers, and policymakers make informed, proactive decisions to reduce wildfire risk and enhance long-term forest resilience. Our platform provides: ?? Risk-informed planning – Integrating wildfire hazard models to help prioritize strategic treatments. ?? Landscape-level resilience – Supporting the implementation of effective fuel reduction and forest restoration projects. ?? Science-backed decision tools – Leveraging geospatial analysis to plan for fire-adapted communities and landscapes. This report is a stark reminder that wildfire risk is predictable—and preventable with the right planning. Let’s turn data into action. ?? Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gGV9BCgx ?? Learn more about Planscape: www.planscape.org #WildfireResilience #DataDrivenDecisions #FireAdaptedLandscapes #ForestManagement #Planscape #ClimatePreparedness #WildfireMitigation #SustainableForestry #FireScience

???? Planscape Congratulates Tom Schultz, the New Chief of the U.S. Forest Service! ???? Exciting news for the future of forest resilience and wildfire mitigation! Planscape congratulates Tom Schultz on being named the new Chief of the U.S. Forest Service. His leadership will be crucial in advancing science-based strategies for wildfire risk reduction, sustainable forest management, and climate adaptation. With a strong background in landscape-scale forest management and wildfire resilience, Schultz brings the expertise needed to strengthen collaboration, enhance decision-support tools, and drive proactive land management solutions. At Planscape, we are committed to supporting the U.S. Forest Service and partners with data-driven, geospatial planning tools that help prioritize landscape treatments for maximum ecological and wildfire resilience. We look forward to continuing this important work under Schultz’s leadership. ?? Read more about his appointment: https://lnkd.in/g_vVbMJQ #WildfireResilience #ForestManagement #USForestService #ClimateAdaptation #SustainableForestry #DataDrivenDecisions #Planscape #WildfireMitigation

???? Precision Planning for Wildfire Resilience: Try Planscape’s Treatment Applicator Tool! ???? Managing landscapes just got smarter and more adaptive! With Planscape’s treatment application tool, users can now apply treatments at the stand level, making wildfire mitigation and ecological restoration more precise and effective than ever. ? What makes this tool a game-changer? ? 17 different treatment prescription types – Easily explore and compare different strategies ? Customizable, stand-level applications – Fine-tune prescriptions based on site conditions ? Interactive, iterative planning – Adjust treatments dynamically to find the best solutions for resilience From fuel reduction to habitat restoration, this tool helps planners optimize land management decisions and build fire-adapted landscapes with science-backed strategies. ?? Start applying treatments today: www.planscape.org #WildfireResilience #ForestManagement #DataDrivenDecisions #Planscape #SustainableForestry #FireScience #LandscapePlanning #ClimateAdaptation #WildfireMitigation