In the last decade, there has been tremendous investment and focus on software tools, electrification, and clean energy technology. The UN’s recent climate summit, COP26, highlighted natural systems as a major component of the response to climate change, on par with anthropogenic solutions such as wind, solar, and CCUS. The gulf coast is rich in the natural resources, skills, and experience to tackle blue carbon and nature based solutions to climate change. This session highlights how large enterprises can partner with startups in complementary ways to accelerate the pace of climate innovation, with a focus on natural solutions.