The Prince of Wales Plans to Join UN Climate Conference in South America
The Prince of Wales plans to participate in the COP30 climate summit in South America in the coming weeks, as confirmed by royal officials.
The father and son duo made a joint appearance on Thursday evening at a event ahead of the environmental conference, which is set to be held in the Amazonian city of Belém.
The King and Prince were in attendance at the scientific institution event, marking an unusual joint appearance at a pre-COP30 gathering arranged together with the UK government.
Environmental Advocacy Dedication
King Charles has been a consistent supporter of protecting nature - and Prince William has inherited the mission, with his own Earthshot awards, which will be hosted in Rio preceding the UN meeting.
Official representatives have characterized William's involvement at the upcoming climate summit as taking on an significant responsibility in "global climate discussions".
Recent Engagements
The King and Prince of Wales, making a joint entrance in the state Bentley, were introduced to attendees such as environmentalists, researchers, environmental activists, diplomats and government officials.
This involvement included speaking in concert with French leader Macron of France and other international figures at the Blue Economy and Finance Forum in the Principality of Monaco in recent months.
Environmental Prize Connection
The COP30 summit will coincide with the prince's own sustainability recognition program, which will finish in the Brazilian city the previous day he joins the COP summit on November 6th.
Recently the William referred to the Earthshot finalists as "heroes of our time".
Royal Climate Legacy
King Charles has been a influential participant at previous climate summits, delivering the inaugural speech in the United Arab Emirates for COP28, including the reminder: "Our responsibility is to protect the world we inhabit".
"For decades I've committed a substantial portion of my life trying to raise awareness about the critical dangers facing us over global warming, climate change and ecological decline," the King told attendees.
- The Prince of Wales acting on behalf of the King
- COP30 summit in Brazil
- Earthshot awards in Rio de Janeiro
- Environmental negotiations function
- Joint appearance with King Charles
