Her confidante in this effort?

None other than the U.K.’s Prince William.

This year, five winners were chosen, with each project receiving 1 million to come to fruition.

Shakira smiling

Winning projects this year include initiatives to restore coral reefs and rainforests.

She joined the likes of David Attenborough, who acts as a judge for the prize.

Instead, her attention is on the planet.

William smiling in Stockholm

Shakira believes that unity can change the world.

Unifying with her on the council’s climate are also Cate Blanchett and Queen Rania of Jordan.