Arnold Schwarzenegger was awarded an honorary doctorate by the Hertie School in Berlin for his contributions to climate protection and civic engagement. The ceremony, held on September 17th, featured a laudatory speech by Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck, who praised Schwarzenegger as a role model for his commitment to sustainability and evidence-based decision-making. Schwarzenegger expressed his gratitude and emphasized the importance of having visions and goals, urging attendees to 'not listen to the naysayers.' He highlighted that his greatest satisfaction comes from being useful to others, rather than his past successes as a bodybuilder and actor. The Hertie School honored Schwarzenegger's ongoing advocacy for climate change initiatives, including his founding of the organization R20, which supports sustainable projects worldwide. This recognition reflects his impact on global discussions regarding environmental issues since serving as California's governor from 2003 to 2011.