Earthshot Prize 2025 to Be Held in Rio de Janeiro During COP30

Prince William confirms the global environmental awards will coincide with the UN Climate Change Conference in Brazil this November, marking the initiative's halfway point.

The 2025 Earthshot Prize awards ceremony will take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in November, alongside the COP30 UN Climate Change Conference.
This marks the first time the Earthshot Prize will be held in South America, highlighting Brazil's biodiversity and environmental innovation.
Prince William, who founded the Prize in 2020, is expected to attend, though his specific role at COP30 remains unconfirmed.
The event will feature a star-studded lineup, including ambassadors like David Beckham, Cate Blanchett, and Robert Irwin, to amplify its global visibility.
Since its inception, the Earthshot Prize has supported over 60 innovators, awarding £1 million annually to five winners to scale impactful environmental solutions.