Piers Morgan, a prominent figure in the media, has taken a dig at Meghan Markle and Prince Harry for their recent pledge to reduce their carbon footprint, despite their frequent use of private transportation such as jet planes.
With a following of 8 million, Piers shared an article detailing Meghan and Harry's commitment through their charity brand, Archul, to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030.
Questioning the sincerity of their pledge, Piers sarcastically remarked, “Did they make this promise while flying on Sir Elton's jet or the Clooney one?”
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, currently residing in their lavish $14 million mansion in California, unveiled a mission statement on their Archul Foundation website.
They expressed their intention to collaborate with an independent consultant to monitor all activities related to Archul from its inception to comprehend their collective environmental impact.
In a post on Archul, Harry and Meghan acknowledged that while they have taken steps to offset their carbon footprint, almost every aspect of daily life contributes to carbon emissions.
They outlined plans to evaluate their dietary choices, commuting habits, and energy consumption to minimize their impact on the environment.
Amid the ongoing COP26 summit, where global leaders are addressing climate issues, Harry and Meghan emphasized their commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2030.
They provided a link to netsroclimate.org, which elucidates the concept of net zero as a state where greenhouse gas emissions entering and leaving the atmosphere are balanced, crucial for halting global warming.
The timing of their statement coincided with Queen Elizabeth II's address at COP26, where she notably omitted any mention of her grandson Harry.
Observers noted the absence of recognition for Harry's environmental advocacy, contrasting with his vocal stance on green initiatives alongside Meghan.
Critics, including Piers Morgan, have criticized Meghan for allegedly leveraging Prince Harry's royal status for personal gain.
Piers condemned Meghan's participation in a New York Times summit focusing on gender equality and economic empowerment, accusing her of exploiting her royal connections for financial benefit.
In response to Meghan's involvement in discussions on women's advancement, Piers lambasted her actions, insinuating that marrying into royalty and capitalizing on Harry's status contradicted her advocacy for gender parity.
Despite Meghan's background as an actress and humanitarian, her transition into the royal family has sparked debates about the intersection of fame, activism, and privilege.
