The Earthshot Prize, founded in 2020, is aimed at supporting innovative projects to tackle climate change and protect the planet.
The inaugural Earthshot Prize was held in London in 2021 before travelling to Boston in 2022. The Prince and Princess of Wales attended both events.
CEO of Temasek Trust, Desmond Kuek, said the organisation hopes that the partnership"will drive action and work towards creating lasting positive change for generations to come". "This is a timely opportunity for the Temasek ecosystem to play a catalytic role in inspiring action and galvanising innovation in the region," he added.
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