We joined in the celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, a partner in our network. The commemoration took place on October 16 during the Planetary Health Awards ceremony, which brought together nearly 400 guests and highlighted two decades of action for the planet.
The 2026 edition recognized three complementary ways of making an impact. David Obura was honored for his scientific work in protecting coral reefs; CorPower Ocean, for developing technology to generate electricity from wave energy; and Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, for defending the rights and knowledge of indigenous peoples in the face of climate change.
The ceremony served as a reminder that environmental protection requires rigorous science, technological innovation, and the participation of communities that know and care for their territories. It also highlighted the role of those who restore habitats, monitor species, and develop solutions capable of linking the health of ecosystems to people’s well-being.
We celebrate this anniversary as a call to uphold our long-term commitments. The Foundation’s track record demonstrates that international cooperation can bring together knowledge, resources, and collective will to protect what we share and leave a more livable planet for future generations. Happy 20th anniversary, and here’s to many more years of making a difference!