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Prince William plans to join the key UN climate summit in Brazil in the coming weeks, but the prime minister's participation remains to be determined.

Prince William is set to award the prestigious climate innovation prize and attend the gathering of representatives from more than 190 countries in Belém.

Climate Experts Welcome Prince William's Participation

Environmental experts praised the royal's presence. A sustainability expert stated that it would lift what is anticipated to be a difficult meeting, where global consensus on fresh objectives for reducing climate pollutants is essential.

"Does the Prince's attendance at Cop a stunt? Certainly. But it doesn't imply it's a poor decision," the expert remarked. "Cop has often been as much about so-called 'optics' as it is about talks. Prince William's commitment will probably inspire other delegates to engage, and will draw international press."

"I suspect the Prince knows very well that by showing up, he'll attract millions of viewers to the conference. In an time when global warming consequences are increasing, but media coverage is dropping, any effort that raises awareness should be celebrated."

Royal Presence at Previous Cops

King Charles has attended earlier UN summits, but has decided not to be going in the upcoming event.

Endorsement from Climate Organizations

An expert from a sustainability organization commented: "All hands on deck – and every prominent person like Prince William, present assisting argue for the complex job that must be done, is likely a good thing."

"The monarch] was the Prince of Wales when he attended the Glasgow summit and helped to motivate talks. I don't believe it necessarily needs the prince and the king to go."

PM's Attendance Still Uncertain

The British prime minister has not confirmed if he will participate in the conference, to which all world leaders are expected, with scores set to attend. The leader was heavily criticised by influential sustainability leaders for appearing to waver on the choice recently.

"International representatives should be in Belém for the climate conference. Participation is not optional, it is a measure of commitment. This is the opportunity to establish stronger government targets and the funding to achieve them, especially for resilience" to the effects of the global warming.

"International observers is observing, and posterity will note who was present."