RIO DE JANEIRO – Prince William announced the winners of the fifth annual Earthshot Prize at a ceremony in Rio de Janeiro, celebrating global innovators tackling environmental challenges. Opening his speech in Portuguese, the Prince of Wales thanked the people of Brazil for their warm hospitality.
Reflecting on the launch of the Earthshot Prize in 2020, William highlighted its mission to make the current decade one of positive change for the planet. He praised the winners’ hard work, innovative solutions, and dedication, describing them as “the world’s true action heroes.”
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William emphasised that the laureates’ efforts provide proof that real progress is possible. He added that their stories inspire courage, demonstrate vision for scaling solutions, and reinforce the belief that humanity can create a better world.
The Earthshot Prize recognises projects addressing climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and other pressing environmental issues, providing funding and support to scale their impact globally. This year’s winners showcased groundbreaking approaches to sustainability and environmental conservation.
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The ceremony reaffirmed the Earthshot Prize’s goal of fostering global solutions and inspiring action, with Prince William calling on everyone to learn from the determination and creativity of the laureates.