Drones, AI & Fire Mitigation | GridShift Ep. 1

How Leading Utilities Use Drones to Prevent and Respond to Wildfires

With climate conditions worsening and compliance scrutiny increasing, this is a critical moment to rethink fire mitigation strategies.

Many electric utilities face the same mounting pressures: inspect more frequently, prove compliance, mitigate wildfire risk, and respond faster when ignition events occur. The problem? The work is growing, but headcount isn’t. Assets are aging, terrain is unforgiving, and each year brings more severe fire conditions.

Tune in to learn how the most forward-thinking utilities are using drones and AI not just to keep up—but to stay ahead. You'll see how major utilities are deploying autonomous Skydio drones and AI-powered analysis to patrol high-risk infrastructure, detect potential ignition points early, and take immediate action when a threat emerges

We’ll cover:

1. Real-world examples of how dock-based drones are running automated inspections in remote, fire-prone regions
2. How utilities are using AI to identify wildfire risks like broken hardware and encroaching vegetation—faster and more consistently
3. Impact stories: 3x inspection volume and 50% faster cycle times—directly linked to fire mitigation outcomes
4. What it takes to launch and scale these workflows, with Skydio’s proven approach to deployment and training

👉 Register now to attend live, or get the full recording afterward. This is an interactive, small group event. We will answer questions live.