In a distinguished ceremony in Paris, His Serene Highness Prince Albert of Monaco was honored with the Grand Medal by the Society for the Encouragement of Progress (SEP), a respected body likened to the "French Nobel Prize." Established in 1908, the SEP annually awards individuals who have notably contributed to the enhancement of human conditions and the protection of the environment.
During the ceremony, Prince Albert expressed his deep appreciation for the award, highlighting the critical need for a progressive outlook in today’s world. He eloquently spoke about the importance of aligning human advancement with environmental sustainability, stating, “Faced with the temptation of decline or fatalism, we must re-enchant the notion of progress.”
Prince Albert further emphasized the importance of cooperation between humanity and nature in his speech. “Nothing would be more inaccurate and ineffective than wanting to save the planet against those who inhabit it. On the contrary, we must reconcile them,” he remarked. His speech not only reiterated his ongoing commitment to environmental issues but also underscored the role of innovative solutions in achieving sustainable progress. The Prince vowed to persist in his endeavors to foster both environmental protection and human development, inspired by the support from the SEP.
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