From Dry Slopes to Disaster Zones: Why Landslide Modeling Needs a Rain Check

When do landslides actually happen? Not when the slope is steep—but when it’s steep, saturated, and pushed past its tipping point. And yet: most landslide models in use today ignore that final push. They tell us where landslides might occur based on slope and soil—but not when. And that omission is what leaves so many […]

From Tragedy to Resilience: How AI is Transforming Disaster Management

This article summarizes a talk that Teren CEO Toby Kraft gave at Enercom Denver August 20th, 2025.  A Tragic 4th On July 4, 2025, communities in Texas Hill Country were blindsided by a 20-foot wall of water. In less than 90 minutes, a convective burst unleashed over 12 inches of rainfall – more than Denver’s […]

What Makes a Good Hazard Model for Critical Infrastructure Operations? 6 Questions to Ask 

Hazard models are everywhere, from FEMA flood maps to state landslide inventories to national wildfire indices. But not all models are created equal. For infrastructure operators (be it pipelines, utilities, transportation, renewables and beyond), integrity engineers, and damage prevention teams, these models directly influence decisions on where to deploy crews, how to prioritize integrity management […]

Wildfire Ready: How the USDA-NRCS Is Using Environmental Intelligence to Prioritize Forest and Rangeland Resilience

Introduction With over 500 million acres of U.S. grazing lands under growing wildfire pressure, the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is advancing innovative strategies to address these challenges. Through the Rangeland and Forestland Fuel Management Hazard Zone Prioritization for Conservation Treatments project, commonly known as “NRCS Wildfire Ready,” the agency is piloting a scalable […]

Introducing Terevue Geotech Module: Predictive Insight for Landslide Risk

Pipeline operators, asset managers, and environmental engineers are under growing pressure to monitor and manage geotechnical hazards like landslides. Dormant threats can awaken with a single downpour, and policies such as PHMSA CFR 192.613 and ADB-2022-01 are now clear: pipeline operators must move beyond reactive responses and demonstrate proactive, risk-based management before severe weather turns […]

Teren Joins the Colorado-Wyoming Climate Resilience Engine Digital Twin Accelerator

Teren has been selected to participate in the inaugural Colorado-Wyoming Climate Resilience Engine Digital Twin Accelerator, a pioneering program designed to accelerate startups utilizing digital twin technology for climate resilience. This program, backed by a coalition of corporate, governmental, and research partners, offers unparalleled access to resources that will enhance Teren’s ability to drive innovation […]

The Evolution and Applications of Environmental Twin Technology: Webinar Insights

This article follows up on insights shared during the Pennsylvania Geospatial Coordinating Board’s recent webinar on AI-powered digital twins and quality of life innovations, featuring Kat Kraft, VP of Market Development at Teren. The environmental technology landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with digital twins emerging as a powerful tool for understanding and managing our […]

8 Ways Geospatial Data Transformed Business Applications in 2024

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Geospatial data has transformed the way humans and businesses interact and engage. By leveraging the power of location, we can extract insights, identify patterns, and solve critical problems. To appreciate the power of location, here are eight ways geospatial data is being leveraged in business today. 1. Spatial Analysis and Modeling for Business Optimization 2. […]

Policy Update: Two Major Legislative Wins for Wildfire Technology & Management

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The wildfire management policy landscape is evolving rapidly with two recent significant legislative advancements at State (Colorado) and Federal levels, aimed at enhancing technology deployment and collaboration in wildfire prevention and mitigation. Bills recently approved by Colorado’s Wildfire Review Committee, and the Federal HR8790 Fix Our Forests Act are exciting developments that offer unique opportunities […]