Successful Nature-Based Solutions Workshop at Rice University
Exploring strategies for a resilient Gulf Coast
We are thrilled to share the success of the Nature-Based Solutions for a Resilient Gulf Coast Workshop, held on March 3-4, 2025, at Rice University. This two-day event, funded by the Rice Sustainability Institute, Rice Creative Ventures, and Rice Water Institute, with administrative support from the Rice SSPEED Center, brought together experts from academia, government, non-profits, and industry to discuss innovative strategies for enhancing resilience through nature-based solutions (NBS) in the Gulf Coast region.
Workshop Highlights
The workshop featured:
- Technical presentations on quantifying NBS benefits, design strategies, and co-production with communities.
- Interactive breakout sessions where participants worked collaboratively to identify challenges and opportunities for NBS implementation.
- Panel discussions with representatives from academia, government, and industry, focusing on fostering partnerships and scaling solutions.
- Networking opportunities to build connections and strengthen collaborations among attendees.
Participants shared insights, discussed ongoing research, and explored actionable strategies to advance NBS implementation across the Gulf Coast.
Thank You!
A heartfelt thank you to the attendees, sponsors, organizers, and staff. We look forward to continuing these important conversations and building on the connections established during the workshop.