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Prince William is scheduled to join the critical UN climate summit in the South American nation next month, however the prime minister's participation remains undecided.

The Prince will introduce the Earthshot prize and attend the conference of delegates from in excess of 190 countries in the Brazilian city.

Environmental Experts Applaud Prince William's Participation

Sustainability leaders applauded the prince's presence. A sustainability expert noted that it would enhance what is anticipated to be a difficult summit, where global consensus on new objectives for reducing carbon emissions is necessary.

"Does Prince William presence at the summit a publicity move? Certainly. But that doesn't mean it's a poor decision," she said. "The summit has often been as much about what's termed 'optics' as it is about discussions. Prince William's commitment will probably encourage other leaders to commit, and will attract worldwide attention."

"It's likely HRH is fully aware that by participating, he'll attract countless of viewers to the event. In an era when global warming consequences are increasing, but media coverage is declining, any effort that highlights the issue should be celebrated."

Royal Attendance at Previous Cops

King Charles has attended earlier climate conferences, but has decided not to participate in the upcoming event.

Endorsement from Climate Thinktanks

A leader from a sustainability organization remarked: "All hands on deck – and every high-profile person like Prince William, present helping advocate for the difficult work that is required, is almost certainly a beneficial move."

"[King Charles was the Prince of Wales when he went to Cop26 and contributed to energize talks. I don't believe it necessarily needs the two royals to attend."

Prime Minister's Attendance Still Unconfirmed

The British prime minister has not yet said if he plans to join the conference, to which every world leaders are asked, with scores planning to join. The leader was heavily criticised by influential climate advocates for appearing to waver on the choice earlier this month.

"International representatives must be in the summit location for the climate conference. Participation is not merely symbolic, it is a demonstration of responsibility. This is the time to lock in enhanced government targets and the finance to implement them, especially for preparedness" to the effects of the climate crisis.

"The world is observing, and the future will record who was present."