Prince William made a striking entrance at the Earthshot Prize Impact Assembly in Rio de Janeiro, trading a traditional motorcade for a specially branded Earthshot tram. His journey ended on Earthshot Boulevard, a street renamed for the occasion in the city’s port area.
The future King was welcomed by Rio’s deputy mayor Eduardo Cavaliere and Earthshot CEO Jason Knauf before entering Pier 3, the venue for the day’s assembly.
Celebrating Climate Action and Innovation
The assembly brought together CEOs, government leaders, Indigenous representatives, youth advocates, and Earthshot Finalists to highlight a year of bold ideas and impactful innovation. Stories of environmental breakthroughs, climate action initiatives, and major investments took center stage, showcasing the Earthshot network’s commitment to a sustainable future.
Fireside Chat With Christiane Amanpour
Prince William later participated in a fireside chat with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour, discussing the power of collaboration, the urgency of climate action, and the need to turn ambition into tangible results.
Anitta Amplifies the Event
Brazilian singer Anitta helped generate excitement ahead of the evening’s ceremony, encouraging fans worldwide to share and amplify the message of the Earthshot Prize.
Prince William’s appearance in Rio underscores his ongoing commitment to environmental advocacy and highlights the global collaboration needed to tackle climate change.
