Prince William Calls for Urgent Action to Protect Nature at UN

In a video message, the Prince of Wales emphasized the existential threat of environmental destruction and announced Earthshot Prize finalists.

Prince William addressed the UN General Assembly, urging leaders to halt the unsustainable use of natural resources and protect biodiversity.
He highlighted the threat of climate change and the potential extinction of one million species as the most pressing existential crisis.
William called for economic changes to shift financial flows from environmental destruction to regeneration.
The Prince announced the 15 finalists for the Earthshot Prize, which aims to recognize innovative environmental solutions.
The Earthshot Prize winners, who will each receive £1 million, will be revealed at an event in Cape Town in November.