Prince William Awards Luxembourg-Backed NGO “Friendship” the 2025 Earthshot Prize

In a historic moment for Luxembourg, the NGO Friendship, which operates between Bangladesh and Luxembourg, has been awarded the prestigious Earthshot Prize 2025 in the “Fix Our Climate” category. The award — considered the world’s highest environmental honor — was presented by Prince William during a ceremony held in Rio de Janeiro, recognizing the NGO’s groundbreaking integrated climate adaptation model.

Founded in Bangladesh by Runa Khan, Friendship has spent over two decades working with vulnerable coastal communities to combat the devastating impacts of climate change. One of its flagship initiatives focuses on the restoration of mangroves, which act as natural barriers against coastal erosion and severe storms.

With support from the Luxembourg Ministry of the Environment and private sector partners, the organization has already planted more than 650,000 trees, offering protection and resilience to over 125,000 people living in high-risk coastal areas.

This recognition marks a major milestone for Luxembourg’s environmental diplomacy, highlighting how international collaboration can drive sustainable impact. As the world looks ahead to COP30, Friendship’s work stands as a model of climate resilience, community empowerment, and global solidarity — proving that small nations can make a powerful difference in the fight against climate change.
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