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All of M-Fire Technologies' AF-31 DO NOT contain any CFC's, urea, bromine, iodine, gels, gums, or carcinogens. We have the best solution for any type of fire while helping to build a more sustainable future.

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The Urgency of Change

Wildfire Escalation

Wildfires have become a year-round global crisis. Between 2020 and 2024, more than 50.6 million acres burned globally, causing over $100 billion in damages. What were once seasonal events are now constant threats, intensified by rising temperatures, prolonged drought, and wind pattern shifts.

Wildfires now fuel a feedback loop:

Fires

Carbon

Heat

Fires

Carbon

Heat

Fires

Carbon

Heat

Fires

This escalating cycle demands smarter, safer, and more sustainable intervention strategies.

How Can We Prevent Wildfires?

How Can We Prevent Wildfires?

How Can We Prevent Wildfires?

The Human Factor

Wildfires have become more severe in recent years, not only because of climate change, but because of us. Nearly 85% of wildfires from 2020 to 2024 were caused by human activity — from unattended campfires to vehicle sparks and outdated infrastructure. While long-term solutions like carbon capture and clean energy are vital, immediate impact comes from public awareness and behavior. Improved land stewardship, local regulations, and responsible fire-zone behavior are all part of the equation. Simple measures like keeping vehicles off dry grass, securing equipment, and extinguishing campfires thoroughly can make a measurable difference. Prevention doesn’t rely on technology alone — it relies on participation.

Additional Devastating Impacts of Wildfires

More Than Just Flames

Wildfires are more than fast-moving disasters — they leave behind invisible scars. From 2020 to 2024, fire-related air pollution caused significant respiratory illness spikes across North America, Europe, and Australia. Vulnerable populations — the elderly, children, and those with preexisting conditions — were especially affected. But the devastation goes deeper. Fires wipe out mature forests, disrupt pollination cycles, and drive species from their habitats. In many cases, these ecosystems don’t recover. Biodiversity loss, water contamination, and soil erosion become lasting consequences. What burns in a day may take centuries to grow back.

Wildfires, Climate Change, and Carbon Emissions

The Atmospheric Price

Between 2020 and 2024, global CO₂ emissions from wildfires have shown a significant upward trend:

2020: Approximately 6.5 billion tonnes
2021: Around 7.2 billion tonnes
2022: Estimated 7.8 billion tonnes
2023: Surpassed 8.6 billion tonnes
2024: Reached approximately 9.5 billion tonnes

This represents a nearly 46% increase over five years, underscoring the accelerating impact of wildfires on global carbon emissions.

Notably, the 2023–2024 fire season saw record-breaking emissions, particularly from Canadian boreal forests, which contributed over nine times their average annual carbon emissions.

These escalating emissions contribute to a feedback loop: increased CO₂ levels exacerbate climate change, leading to conditions that foster more frequent and intense wildfires, which in turn release more CO₂.

Addressing this cycle requires innovative solutions. AF-31 offers a proactive approach by reducing fire spread and preventing reignition, thereby mitigating the release of carbon emissions at their source.

Wildfires, Climate Change, and Carbon Emissions

The Atmospheric Price

Between 2020 and 2024, global CO₂ emissions from wildfires have shown a significant upward trend:

2020: Approximately 6.5 billion tonnes
2021: Around 7.2 billion tonnes
2022: Estimated 7.8 billion tonnes
2023: Surpassed 8.6 billion tonnes
2024: Reached approximately 9.5 billion tonnes

This represents a nearly 46% increase over five years, underscoring the accelerating impact of wildfires on global carbon emissions.

Notably, the 2023–2024 fire season saw record-breaking emissions, particularly from Canadian boreal forests, which contributed over nine times their average annual carbon emissions.

Wildfire and Retardants

50.6 Million Acres

From 2020 to 2024, wildfires scorched over 20.5 million hectares (approx. 50.6 million acres) globally. These fires destroyed homes, habitats, and infrastructure, with estimated property losses exceeding $100 billion USD over five years.

370+ Million Gallons

Across the U.S. alone, more than 370 million gallons of fire retardant were dropped during this period. These chemical suppressants often contain ammonia and urea — compounds known to accumulate in ecosystems and present toxic runoff risks.

Environmental Impact

Despite efforts to manage application zones, toxic exposure to waterways and vulnerable species remains a critical concern — one that requires a safer, biodegradable alternative.

“Studies show that a single retardant drop directly into a stream may cause a sufficient ammonia concentration in the water to be lethal to fish and other aquatic organisms.”

— U.S. Forest Service

Wildfire and Retardants

50.6 Million Acres

370+ Million Gallons

Environmental Impact

Despite efforts to manage application zones, toxic exposure to waterways and vulnerable species remains a critical concern — one that requires a safer, biodegradable alternative.

“Studies show that a single retardant drop directly into a stream may cause a sufficient ammonia concentration in the water to be lethal to fish and other aquatic organisms.”

— U.S. Forest Service

Compare

AF-31 vs. Conventional Fire Retardants

Base Composition

Aquatic Safety

Human Exposure

Environmental Residue

Emission Control

Application Zones

Years in Use

AF-31 by M-Fire Technologies

Water-based, food-safe, biodegradable

Certified safe for aquatic ecosystems

Greenguard Gold Certified for safe human contact

Fully biodegradable, leaves no harmful residues

Prevents reignition. Limits fire size and CO₂ emissions

Safe for absolutely all terrain types and conditions

Proven in field for 20+ years with continuous innovation

Traditional Retardants

Ammonia, urea, synthetic gels

Toxic to fish and amphibians

Potential risk of irritation or chemical burns

Persistent in soil, potential groundwater risk

Only suppresses visible flames.

Limited near waterways or sensitive areas

Legacy technology (little change in 60+ years)

Why AF-31 Is Different

“AF-31 isn’t just less harmful. It’s proactively better.”

AF-31 protects without trade-offs — no toxins, no environmental residue, no reignition risk. It’s been trusted in wildfire zones for over 20 years, and it’s ready to scale to the next generation of fire response.

Reduces overall burn size

Breaks the CO₂ feedback loop

Leaves no lasting damage in ecosystems

Certified safe for humans, animals, and infrastructure

Environmental Safety Shouldn’t Be a Secondary Feature. With AF-31, It’s the Standard

By minimizing fire spread and eliminating toxic runoff, AF-31 works for both short-term suppression and long-term climate resilience. It’s not just a solution—it’s a strategic shift toward ecological fire defense.