Fighting Ignition — Not Fire
A new paradigm in WUI fire prevention technology.
Our approach
FireBrake was founded on a simple belief: the best way to fight fire is to stop it before it starts. Our mission is to empower communities with proactive, science-based defense—technology that works with the environment to reduce risk, not just react to disaster. We believe resilience shouldn’t be reserved for the few; it should be built into the places we all call home. FireBrake exists at the intersection of public safety, climate adaptation, and collective responsibility, transforming how communities think about protection and preparedness.
Value & Beneficiaries
FireBrake delivers measurable value to those most affected by wildfire—homeowners, insurers, and local governments—by creating time, stability, and confidence when it matters most. Our approach fuses field insight with environmental intelligence to reduce loss before flames ever appear. The result is safer neighborhoods, more insurable communities, and a stronger foundation for shared resilience. While our technology operates quietly behind the scenes, its impact is clear: fewer losses, faster recovery, and a future where prevention is the new standard for protection.
What is a FireBrake?
A firebreak is a boundary—an intentional gap that stops a wildfire from spreading. A FireBrake takes that idea further: it’s not a line carved in the dirt, but a living system designed to interrupt and slow the ignition process itself. The name reflects both action and philosophy—a brake applied to the chain reaction that turns heat, wind, and embers into catastrophe. In nature and in firefighting, firebreaks save lives by slowing momentum; FireBrake applies that same principle through intelligent, adaptive technology that works invisibly to preserve what matters most.
In-person and remote options
Our office is conveniently located in the heart of Silicon Valley and WUI fire country. Can’t make it into the office? No worries – we’ve got you covered with video conference.