Efficient energy and building technology, power-saving lighting, the reuse of set decoration material, and a plastic ban — a growing number of film studios throughout Europe are adapting these sustainable measures. The Studio Hamburg Production Group was the first in … Read more
Category Archives: Food
TEDx talk on green film production
Green Film Shooting@TEDx
The TEDxWageningenUniversity is hosting a virtual climate conference. The topics that will be tackled by various experts at this live event include energy, transport, materials, food, nature, as well as film production. Among the speakers are Catarina Rolfsdotter-Jansson, Content Director … Read more
The Power Changer
The days of using a generator to power nothing but a coffee machine are number- ed — at least in New York. Electrical power is a serious issue, especially on location. But the solution most production companies choose is often … Read more
The Teflon Trauma
Harmful substances are lurking in paper cups, pizza boxes, and other food packaging. The industrial chemicals PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are present in paper, cosmetics, textiles, carpets, and even foam from fire-extinguishers. Via air, waste, and sewage, these substances … Read more
Green Glamour
No matter whether it’s Berlin, Vienna or Hollywood — glamourous film and media events are increasingly adapting sustainable approaches. This is about efficient use of energy, low-emission travel, sustainable procurement, and waste prevention. “Glamourous and sustainable at the same time … Read more
Launch of Green Guide in Finland
The green production guide that was published in Finland last fall is also available in an English language version. Compiled by the production freelancers and sustainability experts Kaisa Astikainen and Anne Puolanne, Ekosetti: A Guidebook to Sustainable Audiovisual Production in … Read more
Film Funds for Future
With the introduction of the Green Shooting Card, the Filmförderung Hamburg Schleswig-Holstein (FFHSH) initiated environmentally-friendly production in Germany in 2012. This strategy is now being broadened. Compliance to criteria established by the Green Shooting Card is going to become obligatory. … Read more
Bring your own cup
Sustainable exhibition stand construction, vegetarian food. climate-neutral travel,, and waste prevention are stated goals set forth in the Sustainable Manifesto. The European Film Market (EFM) is set to make the Berlinale’s film market more eco-friendly. For EFM Director Matthijs Wouter … Read more
Rome Film Fest and MIA start green actions
For the first time, the Rome Film Fest as well as the MIA market took some actions that reduce the environmental impact of the event. The 14th edition of the Rome Film Fest started the "Go Plastic Free” initiative to … Read more