Advancing land and wildlife conservation will require diverse strategies and funding mechanisms. This panel will explore how public, private, and nonprofit sectors are tackling natural resource challenges in new and exciting ways. Learn about the new $1 billion fund dedicated to expanding our state park system, a new approach to ensuring a sustainable Texas oyster fishery, and how municipalities secure bipartisan support to fund conservation. You will also here how private funding can enable more efficient land conservation and create financial value for ecosystem restoration. These stories and case studies will demonstrate how innovative financing is helping to protect our state’s iconic landscapes and natural resources.