Mast Reforestation is a company on a mission to tackle the crisis of deforestation and help restore lost lands ravaged by wildfires. The traditional methods of reforestation that have remained largely unchanged for decades are simply not enough to combat the damage caused by climate change and wildfires, and this is where Mast Reforestation is working to innovate and make a real difference.

One of the biggest obstacles to reforestation is the process of restoring lost land. It's not just about planting seeds and hoping for the best; the logistics of sourcing seeds, growing seedlings, and planting them in the best location are also crucial. Mast Reforestation has found a way to simplify and accelerate this process using cutting-edge technology.

Using powerful satellite imagery and machine learning models, Mast Reforestation can predict the extent of a wildfire's damage and assess the precise shape of the affected area. Their system can track every tree and seed source, planting location, and growth of seedlings. The collected data is then used to provide a powerful dashboard and logistics system, enabling easy identification of opportunities and needs.

Mast Reforestation has also worked on developing and cultivating improved seedlings called "fireplugs" that are shorter, thicker, and more resistant to post-fire conditions. This means they have a much greater chance of survival in harsh conditions and can resist invasive species that would otherwise prevent new trees from taking root.

The company has raised $36 million in a recent funding round, some of which will go towards a reforestation project at Sheep Creek Ranch near Yellowstone National Park. The project is estimated to involve the planting of millions of trees and will be made possible by the data collected by Mast Reforestation.

With a lack of innovation and investment in the reforestation industry, Mast Reforestation is working to bring the industry into the 21st century and offer a complete solution for post-wildfire reforestation. While reforestation has largely remained a standing industry, the company is embracing a new generation of technology to make a real impact.