Overview
- The Prince of Wales touched down in Rio de Janeiro to lead three days of Earthshot programming before traveling to Belém for COP30.
- The Nov. 5 ceremony at Rio’s Museum of Tomorrow will name five winners of £1 million each, with performances by Kylie Minogue and Shawn Mendes.
- This year’s finalists highlight a shift beyond startups to systemic efforts such as the U.N. High Seas Treaty, Guangzhou’s electric public transport, and Lagos Fashion Week.
- William will deliver a COP30 speech on behalf of King Charles III and the U.K., with palace sources saying the address was reviewed and discussed with the King.
- Public diplomacy plans include a United for Wildlife Global Summit, visits to Christ the Redeemer and the Maracanã, and a surprise video spot with Brazilian host Luciano Huck.