Lauren Gifford, Associate Director of the Soil Carbon Solutions Center, Brandon Bowersox-Johnson from Grassroots Carbon, and Chris Tolles, CEO of Yard Stick PBC, share their journeys as adoptive parents. They delve into the idea of adoption as a potential climate solution, discussing its ethical complexities and emotional challenges. The conversation touches on balancing parenting with climate activism, societal perceptions, and the importance of compassionate discussions surrounding adoption and family dynamics. Personal anecdotes provide insight into the joys and responsibilities of creating families through adoption.