Center Mission
Given the importance of fire in many ecosystems, along with our dependence on and development into inherently fire-prone landscapes, we need to reach a sustainable coexistence with wildfire. The mission of the Center for Fire Research and Outreach is to develop and disseminate science-based solutions to wildfire-related challenges.
To carry out this mission, the Center draws on the strong teaching, research, and public service mission of the University of California, Berkeley, as well as the mission of the College of Natural Resources to generate and disseminate knowledge in the natural and social sciences to provide the tools to both protect the Earth's natural resources and ensure economic and ecological sustainability for future generations.
Drawing on the expertise of faculty and researchers, our primary goals are to:
- Facilitate collaboration on innovative solutions to wildfire challenges;
- Support education and training efforts focused on interdisciplinary approaches to wildfire research and management; and
- Cooperate with stakeholders to fill their need for information and resources before, during, and after wildfires.
Follow the links on the left to learn more about specific activities. Click here to download a brochure (.pdf file) about the fire center.
Contact Information
Center for Fire Research and Outreach
University of California, Berkeley
137 Mulford Hall, #3114
Berkeley, CA 94720
Phone: 510.643.0409
Email: firecenter@nature.berkeley.edu
