Prince William Attends Earthshot Prize Impact Assembly in Rio
The Prince of Wales took part in the Earthshot Prize Impact Assembly at Pier 3, during a three-day summit in Rio de Janeiro. The event united government officials, indigenous leaders, and youth advocates to share inspiring stories from the past year and spotlight investments supporting finalists' efforts to expand environmental solutions.
Earthshot Prize Awards in Rio
On Wednesday night, global stars Shawn Mendes and Kylie Minogue graced the green carpet at the glittering Earthshot Prize Awards. The event celebrated groundbreaking environmental initiatives, a cause deeply important to Prince William.
Kylie Minogue’s Appearance and Remarks
Dressed in a Stella McCartney 'rewear', Kylie Minogue expressed her admiration for the prize during a live Sky News broadcast, calling it “amazing people doing incredible things.”
“Amazing people doing incredible things.” — Kylie Minogue
Prince William’s Encouraging Speech
In a heartfelt address, Prince William acknowledged the challenges the world faces but urged perseverance and maintained optimism:
“I understand that some might feel discouraged in these uncertain times. I understand that there is still so much to be done. But this is no time for complacency, and the optimism I felt in 2020 [when he set up the awards], remains ardent today.”
Summary
Prince William’s Earthshot Prize assembly in Rio highlighted collaborative efforts to tackle environmental challenges, boosted by inspiring leaders and committed advocates.
Author’s summary: The Earthshot Prize summit in Rio brought together influential figures and celebrities like Shawn Mendes and Kylie Minogue to champion bold environmental solutions with optimism and determination.