On April 30, Natrx hosted an inspiring and energizing tour of our Resilience Center of Excellence in Amelia, Louisiana—bringing together a powerhouse group of leaders across government, conservation, and economic development. The event offered a firsthand look at how innovation rooted in Louisiana is being scaled globally to address some of the most urgent challenges facing coastal communities.
We were honored to welcome regional changemakers including Terrebonne Parish President Jason Bergeron, Lafourche Parish President Archie Chaisson, representatives from the Pontchartrain Conservancy, Ducks Unlimited, and othersr who are actively shaping the future of coastal protection in Louisiana and beyond. Their presence is a testament to the growing recognition that nature-based infrastructure is not just the future—it’s happening now.
Louisiana Innovation, Global Impact
The Amelia facility—now doubled in size since the beginning of
2024—is the production home of our patented ExoForms™, which form a physical backbone of the Natrx platform. These modular, high-performance structures are designed to harness natural systems for erosion control, storm protection, and habitat restoration. Nicknamed “Cajun Coral,” ExoForms are engineered to integrate seamlessly with the marine environment, building resilience that actually grows stronger over time.
And unlike conventional approaches that rely on massive quantities of imported rock and heavy equipment, Natrx solutions:
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Use up to 90% less material
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Are 70% faster to install
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Provide up to 4x the ecological surface area for marine habitat
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Can be installed in shallow, sensitive, or hard-to-reach environments
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Keep jobs, materials, and manufacturing right here in Louisiana
A Platform for Action
What sets Natrx apart is our integrated, end-to-end approach. The Natrx Platform includes:
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Assess – AI-powered remote sensing software that identifies resilience risks and plans smarter interventions—no field visits required.
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Address – Project-specific infrastructure designed and manufactured using our patented DryForming™ technology.
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Appraise – Ongoing monitoring, biodiversity tracking, and performance reporting that ensures long-term ecological and permitting success.
Together, these services deliver a full spectrum of planning, implementation, and accountability—helping our partners go from insight to impact, faster.
Momentum Through Partnership
More than anything, this visit reaffirmed a powerful truth: real resilience is collaborative.
We're proud to have hosted such an impressive group, and even more proud of what it represents: forward-thinking leaders who are ready to accelerate better ways to protect our communities and coasts. Every visit like this strengthens the movement we’re building—a future where resilience is smarter, more sustainable, and more accessible than ever before.