The monarch delivered his speech from the Centre Room at Buckingham Palace, showcasing a living Christmas tree adorned with sustainable decorations. These eco-friendly ornaments included hand-turned wood, dried oranges, brown glass, pinecones, and paper, emphasizing the king's dedication to environmental consciousness.
According to GB News, the tree, positioned in the East Wing room opening onto the Buckingham Palace balcony, is adorned with decorations chosen for their natural and sustainable qualities. As a testament to King Charles' commitment to sustainability, the tree featured plastic-free and recyclable decorations in the previous year's Christmas speech at St. George's Chapel, shortly after the passing of the late Queen.
In a remarkable gesture, the tree featured in this year's speech will be replanted after the broadcast on December 25, further underscoring the king's dedication to environmental conservation.
King Charles has been an active environmental advocate, evident in his participation in COP28 in Dubai, where he addressed the pressing issue of climate change. In his speech, he highlighted the world's trajectory toward "dangerous uncharted territory," emphasizing the potential devastating consequences for lives and livelihoods.
