Earthshot Prize 2024 to be Awarded in Cape Town
The annual environmental award, initiated by Prince William, will celebrate its fourth year with events in November, highlighting global environmental solutions.
- The Earthshot Prize, focused on addressing major planetary issues like climate change, will hold its 2024 ceremony in Cape Town, South Africa.
- This year's event marks the fourth iteration of the prize, which has previously been hosted in Singapore, Boston, and London.
- Five winners will each receive one million pounds, continuing the tradition of supporting innovative environmental solutions.
- The prize has seen a significant increase in nominations from Africa, with 400 entries this year, triple the number from previous years.
- Prince William's recent return to public duties follows a period of personal challenges, including health issues within the royal family.