King awarded Blue Peter Green badge for environmental work

King Charles was awarded a Blue Peter Green Badge at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire in recognition of his significant contributions to environmental causes. The accolade honors his personal efforts in promoting nature and sustainability, particularly through The King’s Foundation. During the visit, Charles also placed a Blue Peter badge into the foundation’s time capsule, marking its 35th anniversary; the capsule is set to remain buried for 100 years before being opened by a future generation. The presentation of the badge coincided with Charles meeting primary school pupils involved in the Growing Together, Cooking Together programme, which focuses on sustainable food practices. Additionally, secondary students from Auchenharvie Academy in Stevenston were acknowledged for their work in promoting sustainability. The King’s environmental advocacy extends to initiatives like the Coronation Food Project, launched in 2023, which redistributes surplus food to vulnerable communities in Merseyside, Birmingham, and London, reflecting his long-standing commitment to reducing food waste. This award marks King Charles’s second Blue Peter badge; both he and Queen Camilla received Gold Blue Peter badges in Liverpool last year for their respective contributions to youth and literacy causes. The King’s recognition highlights his ongoing support for young people through The King’s Trust and underscores the importance of environmental stewardship in his public role. Later in the day, King Charles met with firefighters at Dumfries House who were involved in combating a major fire that devastated a B-listed Victorian building in central Glasgow earlier this year. The fire required the efforts of 250 firefighters, and the King’s engagement with the emergency services reflects his continued interest in community resilience and public service.