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The Prince of Wales plans to participate in the important Cop30 in Brazil in the coming weeks, but the PM's participation remains unconfirmed.

The Prince will present the prestigious climate innovation prize and attend the meeting of delegates from over 190 nations in the Brazilian city.

Environmental Specialists Applaud Royal Attendance

Environmental experts welcomed the prince's participation. One consultant stated that it would lift what is likely to be a difficult meeting, where global consensus on new objectives for lowering carbon emissions is necessary.

"Does the Prince's attendance at Cop a stunt? Yes. But it doesn't imply it's a bad idea," she said. "Cop has often been as much about so-called 'optics' as it is about discussions. Prince William's announcement will probably motivate other officials to engage, and will draw worldwide attention."

"It's likely HRH is fully aware that by participating, he'll bring numerous of viewers to the summit. In an period when climate impacts are escalating, but press attention is falling, any action that raises awareness should be celebrated."

Monarch's Presence at Previous Climate Summits

King Charles has attended past Cops, but will not participate in the upcoming event.

Endorsement from Climate Thinktanks

A representative from a climate research unit remarked: "Everyone must contribute – and every prominent person like the Prince of Wales, there supporting make the case for the difficult work that needs doing, is likely a beneficial move."

"The monarch] was the Prince of Wales when he went to the Glasgow summit and contributed to motivate discussions. I would argue it necessarily needs both of them to go."

Prime Minister's Decision Still Uncertain

The British prime minister has yet to announce if they plans to join the meeting, to which all world leaders are expected, with scores planning to join. He was widely condemned by prominent climate advocates for showing indecision on the commitment recently.

"World leaders should be in Belém for the climate conference. Attendance is not merely symbolic, it is a measure of commitment. This is the moment to secure enhanced country pledges and the resources to achieve them, especially for resilience" to the effects of the climate crisis.

"The world is paying attention, and history will remember who was present."