‘Our grandkids will be judging us on climate change crisis’
PRINCE Charles has warned “the eyes of our children and grandchildren are judging us”, as he urged the world to act now on climate change.
The Prince of Wales said he hoped the start of a new year would herald a new beginning for efforts to address the climate emergency, believing “there is not a moment to lose”.
In an essay for Newsweek published today the heir to the throne reflects on his family’s long commitment to environmentalism.
He praised his late father Prince Philip for his prescient concern about the health of the planet.
And he also cites the work that both his sons William and Harry have taken on in trying to build a sustainable future.
Charles, 73, writes: “The eyes of our children and grandchildren are judging us.
“The world is on the brink… and we need the mobilising urgency of a war-like footing if we are to win.
“As a father, I am proud that my sons have recognised this threat.”
The most pressing challenge now, writes the Prince, is “putting nature, people and our singular and fragile planet at the heart of how we live, work and do business to create the brightest possible future for humanity”.
Charles said the need to “create a cleaner, safer and healthier planet for future generations” is more urgent than ever.
Newsweek global editor in chief Nancy Cooper said: “We are proud to publish the Prince of Wales’s powerful appeal, calling on all of us to address this crucial challenge.
“Given his decades of engagement on this issue, he can speak with deep knowledge and real authority.”