In the coming months, the Prince and Princess of Wales will travel to the United States. The royal couple will travel to Boston to attend the second Earthshot Prize awards ceremony, which will be held on 2 December. The royal couple is currently taking a break from official duties as they continue to mourn the passing of the Queen.
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In a video message played on Wednesday at the Earthshot Prize innovation summit in New York, which he was scheduled to attend before his grandmother’s unexpected death, William revealed the anticipated news.
Prince William claimed in the video that he and Catherine are both “so excited” to visit Boston.
The Prince said: “Though it is the saddest of circumstances that means I cannot join you in person today, I am pleased to be able to join you in video form as you gather in New York for the Earthshot Prize innovation summit.” – in the clip, which was recorded on Tuesday at the Windsor Estate and aired on Wednesday.
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He added: “During this time of grief, I take great comfort in your continued enthusiasm, optimism and commitment to the Earthshot Prize and what we are trying to achieve.
“Protecting the environment was a cause close to my grandmother’s heart. And I know she would have been delighted to hear about this event and the support you’re all giving our Earthshot finalists, the next generation of environmental pioneers.”
The royal family is continuing its period of mourning for the Queen, to be observed until seven days after the funeral.
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In 2020, William and his Royal Foundation established the Earthshot Prize. In July of this year, the project became an independent charity, with William serving as its president.
After the first ceremony, which took place at London’s Alexandra Palace last year, the second Earthshot Prize awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in Boston in December.
