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So says [Michael J. Coren](https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeljcoren/) in "[Why I’m a climate](https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/12/03/children-climate-change/)[optimist](https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/12/03/children-climate-change/)[, for myself and my newborn daughter.](https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/12/03/children-climate-change/)" I am a climate optimist because I believe that human ingenuity and collaboration can transform even the greatest challenges into opportunities for progress. The history of human achievement demonstrates our ability to innovate, adapt, and thrive when faced with adversity. Optimism is not just about hope—it’s the fuel that drives action, inspiring individuals and communities to create a sustainable future. 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