William, the heir to the throne, established the prize in 2020 with the aim of finding solutions to the planet’s biggest environmental problems through new technologies and ideas.
Ardern joins Earthshot’s board of trustees as it prepares to select the finalists for the 2023 award. Last year, five winners received one million pounds ($1.24 million) each at a ceremony in Boston, United States, Reuters reported.
Prince William expressed his gratitude that Ardern, who unexpectedly stepped down as New Zealand leader earlier this year, has joined the team.
“Her lifelong commitment to supporting sustainable and environmental solutions, along with her experience as Prime Minister of New Zealand, will bring a richness of fresh thinking to our mission,” he said in a statement on Tuesday.
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