The Earthshot Prize Awards ceremony took place last Friday in Boston.

The climate change initiative was created by William, Prince of Wales himself.

Likewise, all flora was recycled or donated.

Prince William and Kate Middleton smiling

Even the lightbulbs at the event were LED battery-powered, while single-use plastics were completely prohibited.

Despite their best efforts, though, William and Kate weren’t immune from criticism.

The prize winners, however, were notably not in attendance, as reported byThe Mirror.

Prince William and Kate Middleton attend the Earthshot Prize awards ceremony

Another usernoted, “What’s the carbon footprint for picking up this award for the biggest hypocrites?”

This isn’t an environmental non-profit, it’s a public relations stunt made to look like one."