"We have no choice: we must protect Arctic ice, enable it to continue to act as an essential temperature regulator for the planet, avoid the catastrophic rise in sea levels that would result from the ice melt, and stop the disappearance of permafrost releasing irreversible quantities of greenhouse gases back into the atmosphere."
Albert II, Prince of Monaco, is the sovereign prince of Monaco. He succeeded Prince Rainier III in 2005 and has overseen policy in sustainability, finance, and international affairs. He is also known for advocacy related to climate and ocean conservation.