Rain

About

Based in California, US, and founded in 2019 by its CEO Maxwell Brodie, and co-founders Ephraim Nowak and Bryan Hatton, Rain operates as a wildfire containment company that develops technology for early detection and aircraft response. In September 2023, Rain raised USD 9.7 million in seed funding led by DBL Partners with participation from  Convective Capital, Kapor Capital, and VoLo Earth Ventures. Individual investors also participated in the round.  Rain develops an autonomous drone system specifically crafted to combat wildfires. Its cutting-edge technology possesses the ability to identify and extinguish wildfire ignitions with unmatched accuracy. The system encompasses various software components that address crucial facets of wildfire control, such as mission planning, route optimization, fire detection, suppression tactics, target selection for suppressants, and integration with aircraft autonomy systems. Furthermore, this system is equipped with infrared and visual spectrum cameras, inertial navigation capabilities, GPS functionality, and an assortment of sensors, in addition to automated equipment for deploying suppressants. The company plans to use the seed funding to advance pilot projects in the United States.