William Reveals Earthshot Prize 2025 Winners at Rio Ceremony
The Earthshot Prize ceremony, an initiative aimed at environmental sustainability, took place in Rio de Janeiro at the Museum of Tomorrow. During this ceremony, Prince William announced the five winners recognized for their innovative contributions towards creating a sustainable future.
Earthshot Prize 2025 Winners Announced
On Wednesday evening, the Prince of Wales highlighted the importance of environmental action. He described the winners as “an inspiration that gives us courage.” Each awarded project aims to address crucial environmental issues around the globe and receives a £1 million grant to enhance their efforts.
- Protect and Restore Nature: The Brazilian initiative re.green focuses on making the Atlantic Forest ecosystem financially viable.
- Clean Our Air: Bogotá’s public policies have implemented clean air zones and strategies for re-greening degraded areas.
- Revive Our Oceans: The High Seas Treaty is a global initiative aimed at conserving marine life, effective from January 2026.
- Build a Waste-Free World: Lagos Fashion Week in Nigeria mandates designers show their commitment to sustainable practices.
- Fix Our Climate: Friendship in Bangladesh aids vulnerable communities with resources for health and disaster preparedness.
Event Highlights
Prominent personalities, including Brazilian footballer Cafu and Olympic gymnast Rebeca Andrade, presented the awards. Performances by artists such as Kylie Minogue and Shawn Mendes contributed to the vibrant atmosphere of the event.
The Earthshot Prize, inspired by John F. Kennedy’s Moonshot initiative, aims to tackle environmental challenges by fostering innovative projects. Prince William emphasized the commitment to transforming the planet for the better, marking this ceremony’s significance as a halfway point in a ten-year journey.
The Road Ahead
This year, nearly 2,500 nominees from 72 countries were considered. A panel selected 15 finalists before determining the five winners. The chair of the board of trustees, Christiana Figueres, praised these innovators and remarked on their collective action’s growing importance.
Earlier that day, Prince William engaged with finalists at the Christ the Redeemer statue, reflecting on his late mother’s visit 34 years prior. His trip has largely concentrated on climate initiatives, including a critique of criminals contributing to Amazon rainforest deforestation.
Prince William is expected to travel to Belem for COP30, where he will address climate change issues at the UN’s annual meeting. His ongoing efforts highlight a dedicated focus on securing a sustainable future for our planet.
