Observe the landscape
Copernicus and Sentinel data, local weather, terrain, vegetation and field information.
AGGNOR / OUR APPROACH
From data to safer communities
We combine Earth observation, wildfire science and advanced modelling to deliver actionable intelligence for real-world decisions.
THE AGGNOR VISION
A living picture of wildfire risk,
from one landscape to Europe.
We are building the decision layer between Earth observation, wildfire science and the people responsible for communities, forests and infrastructure. A user should be able to explore a place, see changing conditions, compare possible fire paths, understand exposure, and choose preparedness or mitigation actions.
Our long-term digital twin would connect new satellite and field observations with model forecasts, response resources, actions taken and lessons from incidents. We will reach that goal through focused pilots, model validation and modular products first.
Explore what could happen
Dynamic hazard and risk maps, ignition scenarios, time-based spread and exposed assets.
Plan and improve
Priority polygons, treatment choices, preparedness plans and feedback from real users.
DEVELOPMENT PATH
From prototype to a
European wildfire platform.
Prototype & pre-incubation
Develop the demo, gather operational feedback and prepare focused pilots. AggNor is part of ESA BIC Norway pre-incubation.
ESA BIC
Proposed first product: incident reporting, Earth observation, dynamic spread and exposure integrated into a usable workflow.
FORREGION
Investigate whether observations and uncertainty methods can improve short-term spread modelling through a bounded feasibility study.
ESA BASS · VERNA
Bring fire services, municipalities, forest owners and infrastructure operators together around preparedness and mitigation.
Validate the digital twin
Seek further research funding to improve model reliability, data assimilation, evaluation and decision support.
Norway → Europe
Turn proven pilots into subscriptions, expand across Norway, then adapt the platform and local partnerships for selected European markets.
FIRST PILOTS
Start small.
Learn in the field.
Each pilot answers a practical question before the platform expands.
WUI preparedness
One municipality and its fire service test priority polygons, infrastructure exposure, access and actions for communities at the forest edge.
Treatment decisions
Compare vegetation treatment priorities and feasible methods with landowners, using their knowledge of the land and its constraints.
Exposure and protection
Test how scenarios and mitigation records inform asset protection, forest insurance and preparedness decisions.
FROM MAP TO ACTION
Where to prepare.
What to change on the ground.
AggNor’s proposed plans turn hazard, spread and exposure analysis into local priorities. The tool suggests where to look; fire services, landowners and municipalities decide which actions are appropriate.
PREPAREDNESS PLAN
Give every priority area a reason and an action.
For a municipality and fire service, the map can define P1, P2 and P3 preparedness polygons. Selecting an area explains why it is prioritized, how many buildings or infrastructure assets fall inside, and which practical steps need local review.
- Know the exposure: identify homes, vulnerable facilities, power assets, forest resources and access routes.
- Prepare the response: review water supply, staging locations, routes, communication and resource positioning.
- Practice together: use ignition and spread scenarios in exercises for fire departments and training schools.
- Keep it current: record local inspections and update priorities when conditions or assets change.
MITIGATION PLAN
Compare treatment choices with the people managing the land.
Priority polygons can identify where reducing vegetation or changing fuel continuity may help. AggNor can present the likely exposure and scenario effect; forest owners, fire services and relevant authorities evaluate feasibility, ecology, cost and permits.
PRESCRIBED BURNING
Renew and reduce fuel
Planned burning can reduce accumulated vegetation in suitable heathland or forest settings. The plan identifies candidate areas; trained practitioners assess season, weather, smoke, ecological goals and approvals.
GRAZING
Manage regrowth
Targeted grazing can keep grasses and shrubs lower in accessible areas. The plan can help landowners compare location, timing, animal welfare, fencing and the need for repeat visits.
CUTTING & THINNING
Break up continuous fuel
Selective cutting, brush removal and thinning can open strategic access or reduce dense vegetation near assets. The plan flags candidate corridors and areas for field assessment and maintenance.
TRAINING
Practice decisions
before the incident.
Scenario training
Use local ignition scenarios to discuss spread, changing weather, exposed assets and where to position resources.
Teaching modules
Structured exercises using maps and time-based scenarios to connect wildfire behaviour with preparedness and response decisions.
Preparedness workshops
Bring municipalities, forest owners and infrastructure operators around one landscape to compare priorities and measures.
Training content and delivery are developed with instructors and operational users; certification is not implied.
LET'S WORK TOGETHER
Contact Us Start with your landscape.
Talk to us about a pilot, product demonstration, training or research collaboration.