# Prince William climate leadership

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/prince-william-climate-leadership
> Updated: 2026-08-07T06:05:44.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Actress Cate Blanchett publicly praised Prince William as an “extraordinary leader” in the fight against climate change. In interviews she highlighted his hands‑on, consistent involvement with the Earthshot Prize, a climate‑focused initiative he founded in 2020 that awards €5.8 million annually to innovative environmental projects. Blanchett recalled recent visits with William to UK‑based Colorifix, a company developing DNA‑sequenced, eco‑friendly textile dyes, noting his genuine interest and humor during the tours. She also referenced her own work co‑founding RSL Media, a platform that seeks artists’ consent for the use of their work in AI training, underscoring a shared commitment to responsible innovation. The remarks reinforce William’s role in promoting technological solutions to the climate crisis and his continued public advocacy alongside cultural figures.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-07: Prince William lauded by Cate Blanchett for leadership on Earthshot climate initiative

Cate Blanchett praised Prince William’s hands‑on climate leadership, citing their work on the Earthshot Prize and a recent visit to eco‑dye maker Colorifix.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-william-lauded-by-cate-blanchett-for-leadership-on-earthshot-climate-initiative

### 2026-08-04: Prince William lauded as extraordinary climate leader by Cate Blanchett

Cate Blanchett calls Prince William an extraordinary, hands‑on climate leader, noting his Earthshot work, inherited interest from King Charles, and recent visits to sustainable‑dye labs.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-william-lauded-as-extraordinary-climate-leader-by-cate-blanchett

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