Prince William has announced that the 2025 Earthshot Prize Awards will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, marking the event’s first visit to South America. The annual environmental awards ceremony, initiated in 2021, aims to foster innovative environmental solutions. The Rio event is scheduled for November and will coincide with Brazil’s hosting of the COP30 UN climate change summit. Prince William emphasized the importance of Brazil’s rich biodiversity and environmental creativity, viewing the location as a source of fresh momentum for transformative ideas.