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OroraTechs so-called Wildfire Solution collates imagery from its own probes as well as over 20 other Earth observationsatellites.
The startup has trained an AI algorithm to scan these images and automatically detect signs of wildfires.
The system can also predict how they will spread.
Once up and running, the wildfire defence system will be directly connected to the Greek emergency services.
The platform will monitor ongoing wildfires, helping to support firefighting efforts on the ground.
The project comes as Greece prepares for another wildfire season.
Last year, the country was hit hard by aswathe of wildfiresthat swept through southern Europe.
Even at the time of writing, firefighters are battling a massive blazeclose to the capital Athens.
Greece is spread out over 6,000 islands, many of which are mountainous, which makes fighting wildfires difficult.
Greece will be the first country worldwide to have a national satellite-based wildfire system in place.
Story bySion Geschwindt
Sion is a freelance science and technology reporter, specialising in climate and energy.
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