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CINE-REGIO GREEN REPORT 2017 on sustainability in the european regions
CINE-REGIO GREEN REPORT 2017 CINE-REGIO GREEN REPORT 2017
TablE Of cONTENTs INTROducTION
Making new Moves
INTRODUCTION ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 The 2017 Cine-Regio Green Report provides an over- Brussels. Last but not least, the biggest thanks
view of environmentally friendly efforts taken by and gratitude to Birgit Heidsiek and her team for
the film industry across Europe. From pre-production their efforts in producing this report, which is
BesT PRaCTICe GUIDe ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 4 planning to studio film production, from post-produc- available as a free download on our website
tion to theatrical release, there are various approaches www. cine-regio.org/green
to sustainability that cover the entire production chain.
TRaINING aND wORkshOPs �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 6 A growing number of regional funds are gaining Structured by topic, the report reflects the ambitions
green experience with best practices, tools, and different regions have in managing precious
training that are shared and adapted by resources and taking environmentally
INCeNTIves/sUPPORT Of GReeN measURes ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 9 other regions� friendly measures to lower the
carbon footprint of audiovisual
The Cine-Regio network productions. In many cases,
GReeN RewaRDs, GUIDelINes aND CeRTIfICaTION ������������������������������������������������������ 11 includes forty-four regional regional collaborations and
funds from twelve EU partnerships are supporting
member states, and Norway these approaches.
GReeN GUIDe wITh INfORmaTION ON sUsTaINaBle sUPPlIes �������������������������� 14 and Switzerland, of which
a dozen members have In addition to the exchange
recognized the benefits of green know-how within
TOOls fOR sUsTaINaBle PRODUCTIONs ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 15 of going green. Since the the Green Cine Regio Sub-
Green Cine Regio Subgroup group, 2017 is also inaugu-
kicked off in 2012, the number rating the EU-supported Green
CaRBON CalCUlaTOR ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 16 of new initiatives has increased: Screen program, which aims to
from Sweden to Spain, from Wales foster the transmission of sustain-
to Italy� Models and methods may vary ability expertise to European regions
GReeN POsT-PRODUCTION ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 17 from region to region. Green guidelines suggest that would also like to adopt environmentally
sustainable actions while the implementation of green friendly practices.
measures is supported by incentives and rewards — and
COllaBORaTION wITh BROaDCasTeRs aND sTUDIOs ������������������������������������������������ 18 they might be even verified by a certification system. We can learn, benefit, and improve our actions in the
film industry with more sustainably produced pro-
The 2017 Cine-Regio grams. Cine-Regio, whose
GReeN PRODUCTIONs ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 Green Report, providing an actions reflect the sum of its
insight to the broad range members’ ambitions, is keen
of sustainable measures, to make new moves that will
COllaBORaTIONs aND PaRTNeRshIPs ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 25 was made possible thanks establish the way things will
to financial support from: be done in the future.
the Commission du Film d’Ile-de-France; Film
GReeN CINema ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 30 London; Filmförderung Hamburg Schleswig-Hol- Greening the film sector may challenge film profes-
stein; Sardegna Film Commission Foundation; and sionals and film funds – but the challenge is nothing
the Trentino Film Fund. Other Cine-Regio members compared to the Climate Change Challenge. There-
CONClUsION ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 31 that submitted materials to this report include: Film fore let’s continue to inspire, exchange and share!
Cymru Wales; Film Väst – Sweden; Filmfonds Wien;
Flanders Audiovisual Fund; Mallorca Film Commis- Charlotte appelgren
GReeN memBeRs �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 32 sion & Fund; MFG Baden-Württemberg; and Screen General-Secretary, Cine-Regio
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its program for sustainable Film/TV production when Hamburg nical crew, and students contain practical information, such as
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was named the European Green Capital in 2011. Inspired by • a brochure describing the rules for green production the benefits and drawbacks of various materials and/or lighting
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the Green Production Guide of the Producers Guild of America as well as the top measures that may be implemented equipment, labeling, as well as contact info and links for green
(PGA) and its recommendation to ”reduce, re-use and recycle”, a in the film industry for transportation, energy usage, organizations, such as NGOs, eco-organizations, and suppliers.
Best Practice Guide was subsequently developed in German- and waste management, and materials recycling.
English-language versions. An English-language version of the brochure will In 2017, Ecoprod plans to develop practical checklists for each
soon be available; department: “the five best practices for the line manager/assis-
Over the course of the years, the green guide has been used by tant director” and so on.
productions teams across Germany as well as by international • Checklists of best practices for each department:
co-productions to follow sustainable working methods. production team, location management (including
catering, waste collection, and disposal), sets and mallORCa – sPaIN
FFHSH’s Best Practice Guide includes specific instructions as costumes, lighting, and energy; and
well as practical advice on how to save resources — which also Since its creation in September 2016, the Mallorca Film
has cost-efficient benefits — in any production department from • Best practice sheets: concrete information about Commission, with the support of the
the production office to location shoots, from production and set strategically choosing locations, the use of bicycles on set, Illes Baleares Film Commission,
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design to costumes and catering, including post-production as carpooling, communication as outlined in production is committed to fostering sus-
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well. The Best Practice Guide is available online at: booklets, energy-efficient lighting, hybrid cars, and organic tainability measures in film
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The e-Mission handbook, an eighty-page guide for a greener the audiovisual indus- und
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audiovisual sector in Flanders, contains: try� It is part of a wider Year
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• green measures for the production office as well as by the island’s Council
location and for studio shooting; and saRDeGNa – ITaly
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• an address guide for green products and services (facility Balearic Government to
companies, catering, energy, waste management, office harmonize the interaction The Fondazione Sardegna Film Commission started its program
and print, mobility, and environmental organizations). of economy, culture, and for sustainable film/TV production in 2014. Going green is a
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eCOPROD – fRaNCe for producers and filmmakers, which Film Commission Foundation, therefore, is focusing on sustain-
will grant them certain advantages and benefits for observing ably-produced films and TV productions that will provide clear
The Ecoprod group develops and provides free tools to film pro- green guidelines on their shoots. environmental, social, and economic benefits.
fessionals to reduce the ecological footprint of their productions.
The Green Production Guidelines published in 2012 are one of The Mallorca Film Commission is working on a green approach In compliance with the Best Green Practices of the Producers
these tools. It was inspired by the Producers Guild of America’s for film shoots. It will structure, by incorporating the previous Guild of America (PGA), Sardegna developed recommendations
Green Guidelines, and it was further refined by feedback from experience of other territories, a series of measures in its guide in 2015 for film and TV productions. Updated in 2016, the guide
industry professionals. covers the key areas of sustainable film production and provides
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for the island�
concrete instructions for handling energy, transportation, set
The Ecoprod guidelines are organized by chapters: production design, catering, and waste management to meet the require-
office; transportation of crew members; hotel & catering; mfG – GeRmaNy ments of a green set. This includes the use of renewables, LEDs,
transportation of equipment; studios & set design; lighting; preference for local organic products, the involvement of local
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equipment rental; wardrobe and make-up; and post-production. The Film Fund Baden-Württemberg is developing a Best Practice eco-organizations and community-based services, Euro 5 genera-
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Guide that will target areas of film production for greening: tors, and hybrid transportation. The guidelines are updated every
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Updated every two years, the guidelines include timely recom- communication, mobility, catering, and general energy and two years and are available for download at the Sardegna Film
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mendations as well as the latest technical innovations. Hard waste reduction. Structured by department, the guide will act as Commission Foundation website: www.sardegnafilmcommission.it
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at film industry events. The guidelines are also available as free an on-going basis. The Green Production Guide is envisioned to
download from the Ecoprod website: www.ecoprod.com ultimately include workflows and referrals to service companies.
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training and worksHoPs © Locquet © Xavier Grane
wales – UNITeD kINGDOm
Ffilm Cymru Wales has embedded environmental sustainabil-
ity training for the motion picture arts in its low budget film
program, Cinematic, which offers training for up to ten creative
teams at any given time� Parallel training is provided to all
those who receive production or development support from the
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lONDON – UNITeD kINGDOm flaNDeRs – BelGIUm • Digital production platforms • A round table in January 2017 on sustainable development
Different planning tools (e. g., DzjinTonik) and post-pro- and digital technology held during the Paris Images
Green stewards Personal coaching for film professionals and film crews — focus-
duction tools (e. g., Limecraft) can improve production Digital Summit called “How to include sustainable
Greenshoot, an award-winning environmental and sustainability ing on production managers, who spearhead production — is
efficiency. development in digital creation”;
consultancy based in London, offers a one-day training program the e-Mission’s beating heart. Starting in September 2013, each
for green stewards. Open to both novices and experienced fiction feature or TV-drama/series that received VAF production
• sustainable on-set energy supply • A panel discussion on “Energy saving on film shoots”
runners, the program equips the participants with knowledge of support was supposed to implement sustainable production
Successful methods for reducing energy consumption and during the Deauville Green Awards in June 2016 as well as
basic good practice in sustainability as well as the daily practical- methods. Since film professionals don’t always know how to
providing green energy on-set. Two different suppliers a special award given by Ecoprod to the three-minute
ities of the job. As more production companies adopt sustainable produce sustainably, they are provided with tools summarizing
presented hybrid generators that rely on battery power� campaign film Biocoop — La Campagne Eco responsable
practices, the role of green steward is increasingly in demand. The best practices and training on how to implement these meas-
These hybrid generators are more efficient than diesel by Jason Freites; and
training program provides a stepping stone for those who wish ures through a series of coaching sessions from planning and
generators, and they can be tied into either the electrical
to move up the production ladder, and is a constructive way for pre-production up to post-production. All training and coaching
grid or solar panels. They are easy to use and they operate • A presentation of Ecoprod’s tools at the Festival de la
companies to help their runners develop their careers. sessions are offered free-of-charge by FAV.
noiselessly when running on battery power. One hybrid Fiction TV entitled “Sustainable production is not a fiction”
www.greenshoot.com/training/green-production-runner
generator that was built into a van was extremely flexible. in September 2016.
It is also planned to involve Flanders’ film schools in the e-Mis-
The other was a more robust unit for bigger productions
sion project by developing and providing workshops for film
with greater power requirements. Raising the awareness of future professionals in the cinema
ffhsh – GeRmaNy students so that they may become familiar with green produc-
and audiovisual industries is an important part of the Ecoprod
tion methods at the earliest stages of their career.
mission, which engages film, audiovisual, and media schools as
Since 2014, the FFHSH has been organizing complementary best
practice seminars and workshops for the German film industry In 2016, new technical workshops broadened the scope of
eCOPROD – fRaNCe well as training programs offered by the CEFPF, Sup de Prod, and
Paris 3 University.
that target key crew members of different departments. the training VAF provides. These workshops focus on specific
Audiovisual companies that are signatories to the Ecoprod Char-
technical aspects: energy usage, lighting, location and waste
ter may enroll employees in free training programs conducted by
Attended by participants from throughout Germany, eco con- management. Bringing together producers, crew members, and
sultants and sustainability experts share insights in sustainable sustainable suppliers creates a reservoir of practical production
sustainability development experts and green service providers mallORCa – sPaIN
(waste recycling companies, rental firms, etc.). The sessions are
production on a department by department basis: camera & methods and tested solutions that lower the environmental
limited to ten participants in order to facilitate exchanges and to The first workshop on Green Film Shooting was held in Palma in
lighting, production design, and catering. In 2016, energy and impact of productions and improve their efficiency.
enable the dissemination of best practices. This training program March 2017 with the collaboration of the Hamburg Film Com-
transportation were the key topics at a green workshop which
supports the implementation of green practices for audiovisual mission and the Editor-in-Chief of Green Film Shooting Magazine�
introduced hybrid and gas generators as well as electric cars as VAF organized the following workshops:
suppliers. Participating companies are expected to submit a Addressed to local producers and representatives of the regional
eco-friendly solutions.
progress report every two years in order to monitor their progress Ministry for Environment, the event was well received by profession-
• Efficient lighting
as well as their application of green practices as imparted by als� It served as a starting point for a series of similar workshops that
Sustainability events are always held at environmentally friendly LED technology: technical advantages and cost benefits.
the training seminar. The last training session was held in June focused on specific issues.
locations, such as an eco-hotel or the Hanseatische Materialver- Flemish suppliers presented a range of LED lighting
2016.
waltung, which provides filmmakers, cultural institutions,univer- equipment as well as other energy-efficient lighting
A Green Film Shooting Training Camp, open to producers and other
sities, and artists with props and materials for social, eco-friendly technologies.
Ecoprod participates in numerous events, round table discus- audiovisual professionals from throughout Europe, to exchange
or creative projects.
sions, and conferences over the course of the year, including: experiences and best practices, will be organized on a yearly basis.
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incentives / suPPort of green Measures
mfG – GeRmaNy evolved into a training platform for Italian production companies ffhsh – GeRmaNy mallORCa – sPaIN
that are interested in greening their workflow. Among them is
The Film Fund Baden-Württemberg is planning to offer a series Mommotty Productions, which produced four short films under According to the FFHSH’s Support for the institution of green
of green workshops for producers, filmmakers, and film students. the aegis of Project HEROES 20.20.20. Meanwhile, the company guidelines, sustainable projects measures will become part of the
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These workshops will be free of charge and will focus on sustainable provides line producer services for video clips by Placebo and and productions may receive local incentive program. It will grant
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production opportunities in various departments: transportation, other pop bands� specific green support as producers certain advantages,
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production management, lighting, camera, set design, and catering. part of a production grant. which include shorter processing
In order to provide insights into production methods and ap- The FFHSH approach is to times for applications and re-
proaches utilized in other countries, in 2015 the FSFC organized promote sustainable film duced fees for shooting permits
saRDeGNa – ITaly the European Cinema & Audiovisual Days which showcased production as a cost saver. in protected nature areas.
strategies for eco sustainability. Italian film professionals had the The film fund consultants
In 2014, the Sardegna Film Commission Foundation (FSFC) inspiring opportunity to share experiences with green experts call these possibilities to the
launched Project HEROES 20.20.20, which provides financial from France, Germany, The Netherlands, and the U.S. attention of producers before mfG – GeRmaNy
support to feature films, TV productions, and shorts that imple- they submit their applications.
ment the Sardinia Green Film Shooting Protocol. The recipients The FSFC launched Mia & Pepe, a program whose target The MFG Baden-Württemberg will sup-
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are also expected to promote sustainability and renewable audience is children in primary school. The FSFC also provides The FFHSH also appraises addi- NS port a green consultant who will optimize
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energy for the citizens of Sardinia. By giving support to about training for young eco filmmakers. tional measures that producers take, eri sustainability in the production process. With
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prepared with a green consultant during devel- Film Fund, the Green Consultant will be tasked with
opment, in order to make a sustainable production overseeing the implementation of green measures through all
more effective. The FFHSH also factors into its consideration all stages of production from planning and shooting to post-produc-
costs disbursed relating to hiring a green runner or an eco-su- tion. Fiction as well as documentary formats may apply for a Green
pervisor� Consultant, whose responsibilities include motivating the crew over
the entire course of film production.
flaNDeRs – BelGIUm
e-Mission is the Flanders Audiovisual Fund’s ambitious project
to develop sustainable film production in Flanders. Beginning in
2013, sustainable methods and practices were developed and
implemented. The Flanders Audiovisual Fund (VAF) is investing in
the eco-coaching of Flanders’ filmmakers, and in return it collects
data on the carbon emission levels of their projects.
The VAF chose to provide free coaching, as opposed to financial
support, in order for sustainability to evolve on an industry-wide
basis. The icing on the cake is sustainable film production is likely
to have a positive impact on the production budget.
eCOPROD – fRaNCe
In January 2017, the Île-de-France Region Film Fund updated Th t
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implement green best practices based on the Ecoprod guide- lm fu
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lines. A carbon calculation and a description of the green actions
undertaken by the production must be submitted. The grant saRDeGNa – ITaly
amount ranges between €25,000 and €75,000 for films budg-
eted under €6 million, and up to €100,000 for films budgeted In its 2016 Hospitality Fund, the Sardegna Film Commission Founda-
over €6 million. tion introduced a reward of five additional points in meeting sustaina-
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ble criteria to productions that apply the Sardegna Green Set Protocol.
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green rewards, guidelines and certification
TReNTINO – ITaly wales – UNITeD kINGDOm vIeNNa – aUsTRIa
The Trentino Film Fund is the first regional film fund that provides Ffilm Cymru Wales is committed to cul- In January 2017, Austria launched
both financial incentives and green certification for environmentally tivating an environmentally, socially, a green producing label for film/
friendly productions. Production companies shooting films or TV and economically sustainable film TV productions. It acted on the
series in Trentino now have the option of adopting the T-Green Film sector as expressed in the new European Ecolabel policy for
rating system, which guides them through every stage of produc- guidelines that encourage appli- environmentally friendly
tion in the application of environmentally and financially sustain- cants to consider a sustainable products and services which
able approaches. The rating system also provides an evaluation approach to filmmaking. Wher- had already been introduced
checklist, which tackles detailed criteria for energy conservation, ever possible, the film fund will twenty-five years ago. The
transportation and accommodation, catering, selection of mate- support the use of local talent, ecolabel for film is awarded to
rials, waste management, and communication practices. In their services and facilities, including a specific production instead
application submission to the Trentino Film Fund, producers may a requirement to take on trainees of a production company. A key
communicate their intention to adopt the T-Green Film rating sys- for all supported productions. requirement is hiring a green
tem. Producers can easily estimate the extent of their environmen- Accrued green points are then converted according to the following These measures will help reduce producing consultant to oversee
tally-friendly approach by completing the evaluation checklist in conversion table into extra points for the evaluation. the carbon impact of productions all the sustainability measures
which green points are awarded for the fulfilment of green criteria. and improve the sustainability of local Au
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For example, a production company shooting in Trentino for three businesses.
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(for which it is granted 36 green points), will be granted 3 extra Due to the many international co-productions that are issue. Eco-friendly mobility measures include public
points. Extra points may then result in additional financial support. supported by Ffilm Cymru Wales, the international cast, crew transportation and carpooling. The production office and other
and services are encouraged to work responsibly to limit carbon departments such as set design, costumes, and catering must
emissions due to excessive travel by using local expertise and utilize environmentally friendly materials, sustainably produced
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Thanks to the explicit communication of green goals, carbon
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Ffilm Cymru Wales suggests the following: emissions may then be calculated and reduced.
• At the application stage, consideration must be given
to the environmental, social, and economic impact; ffhsh – GeRmaNy
• Obtaining carbon literacy through training, case studies,
and interactive tools such as wearealbert.org With the introduction of the Green Shooting Card, the FFHSH
• The use of local services, crew, and talent. created a green brand of approval for sustainable productions in
2012. The green label may be awarded to any film/TV format that
www.ffilmcymruwales.com/index.php/en/film-makers/ is sustainably-produced in Germany. The Green Shooting Card is
production-support-for-film-makers awarded to productions that successfully manage their resources
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At the end of the shoot, APPA will award the film with a T-Green Film
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and lower their energy consumption in at least four of six catego- TReNTINO – ITaly • waste management: During the entire course of filming,
ries: production office, catering, set and production design, cam- the production must ensure proper waste management and
era and lighting, transportation, and mobility. The productions The Trentino Film Fund issues T-Green Film certification to film and give priority to the recovery and recycling of materials as
may also choose to deliver a carbon footprint. Meanwhile, the TV Productions. Certifying environmentally friendly practices, in opposed to their disposal. These actions presume on-set
FFHSH has awarded its 100th Green Shooting Card, which is addition to providing financial incentives, are significant benefits
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ies/series, 3D films, animated films, entertainment shows, • Communications: Communication linked to the film
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shorts, and student films throughout Germany. Certified The criteria considered for T-Green Film certification are as follows: production must allow for the adoption of best practices in
by the environmental authority of the City of Hamburg, relation to sustainability. These initiatives include: the
the Green Shooting Card is awarded to productions • energy conservation: To ensure a significant reduction in press-kit, documents illustrating the execution of sustainabi-
that have demonstrated their adherence to sustainable the film/TV production’s environmental impact which limits, lity measures; and the production of a trailer/clip outlining
production methods. to the extent it is possible to do so, pollutive emissions as environmentally sustainable practices.
well as wastage of energy resources. These requirements are:
the exclusive use of electrical energy as supplied through The certification is granted through a collaboration between Trentino
flaNDeRs – BelGIUm tie-ins to the electrical distribution grid; and the use of Euro 5 Film Fund and APPA (see Collaborations and Partnerships), and it is
generators, renewable energy sources, and LED lighting. awarded together with additional support that rewards environ-
An e-Mission label was developed and introduced in autumn mentally friendly production. (See Incentives / Support of Green
of 2015. The e-Mission label guarantees that both efforts have • Transportation and accommodations: To reduce pollutive Measures for details).
been made and that results have been obtained in the reduction emissions resulting from transportation via combustion as the fi
rst sustainably produced film in
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of energy usage, waste, as well as of the total carbon footprint engine vehicles through rational alternatives, which involve sina w no
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during the production of a film or TV serial. As of now, eight produc- the use of Euro 5, methane or LPG vehicles, as well as the Carbon
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tions — five feature films and three serials — have been awarded an selection of certified accommodations within a 10 km radius
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ildren’s film Cloud • Catering: To providing crew members with nutri-
An e-Mission label is not mandatory and it may be requested along vaf regulations state: tional meals that respect the environment by
with the carbon calculator. Points are awarded for the implementa- ‘Flanders Audiovisual Fund developed a methodology, a set of tools reducing, to the extent possible, waste from
tion of different measures during production. and a carbon calculator, that supports film producers and crews in catering operations and CO2 emissions
the transition towards more sustainable production methods. When originating from environmentally and/or
In 2017, the guidelines for obtaining an e-Mission label were re- production support is granted to a fiction feature, the producer com- economically costly choices. The require-
vised. Now a production must score at least 45 to 70 points in order mits to participation in a coaching trajectory as well as to reducing ments include: the elimination of the use
to be awarded an e-Mission label. Sixty-four points may be earned the ecological impact of the supported film production.’ of plastic water bottles and plastic cups,
simply by implementing different categories of green measures and the use of local water along with
during production in the areas of transportation, energy, catering, Participating in coaching sessions, making efforts to use approved drinking flasks; catering must avoid the
waste management, materials recycling, and post-production. An- sustainable methods, and delivering a completed carbon calculator use of plastic or paper boxes in favor of
other six points are awarded to the carbon footprint category if the are required in order to receive the final installment (10% of the either a self-service buffet or nearby
footprints falls below the average – compared total amount) of production support. restaurants; the use of reusable or
to Flemish productions as well compostable tableware and the use of
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susTaINablE suPPlIEs TOOls
green guide witH inforMation on sustainaBle suPPlies tools for sustainaBle Productions
ffhsh – GeRmaNy eCOPROD – fRaNCe lONDON – UNITeD kINGDOm Additional tools have been developed to calculate ecological as well
as economic turning points to aid basic decision-making during
The FFHSH developed a Green Production Guide, which lists sustaina- An online catalogue of sustainable supplies, as suggested by Digitise your office – Sargent-Disc production:
ble service providers, suppliers, and organizations that are instru- Ecoprod guidelines, is being planned. DPO is a cloud-based system
mental for successful green productions. The Green Production Guide for the electronic creation, • The first tool determines at what point during the production
is updated on a permanent basis and will be available online at: approval, and distribution it becomes desirable to have the crew stay in a hotel near
www.ffhsh.de/en/film_commission/gruener_drehpass.php saRDeGNa – ITaly of purchase orders (POs). the set versus having the crew drive home. This figure is
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DPO replaces paper POs and arrived at by taking both carbon-footprint and budget factors
The Sardegna Film Commission Foundation built a database of physical distribution. The into consideration.
flaNDeRs – BelGIUm contact information for sustainable supplies as well as suppliers application is part of the Dig-
is c
and companies that offer products with eco labels and green ital Production Office initiative • The second tool determines at what point during the
VAF foresees expanding the e-Mission label to include suppliers services, including, of course, renewable energy. The database is launched by Sargent- production it becomes desirable to rent a hybrid versus a
Offic
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ital Pr
who work sustainably or provide sustainable products and services. updated monthly. The Foundation provides to applicants and, upon Disc Ltd. o d u c tio n traditional combustion engine automobile. This figure is also
Companies that supply lighting equipment, generators, rental vehi- request, to other interested parties the Sardegna Green Set Protocol arrived at by taking both carbon-emission and budget factors
cles, post-production services, catering, as well as certain profession- guidelines as well as lists of sustainable supplies. The albert carbon calculator estimates that DPO can save 49 g into consideration.
als — as in the case of location managers or DoPs — may be granted of CO2 per PO, which translates to 50 kg for an independent
e-Mission certification. film, and to 350 kg for a studio picture, with very large produc- • The third tool was designed to calculate fuel consumption,
tions saving nearly a ton of CO2, due in part to DPO’s use of total energy costs, and carbon emissions produced by diesel
carbon-neutral servers. In the past, paper POs would have to generators. These statistics are based on a generator’s total
be printed in five different colors and either mailed or faxed/ power output, its average number of in-use hours per day,
emailed, and then printed by the recipient for distribution. DPO and the number of in-use days.
avoids this entirely. The productions of Iron Sky: The Coming
ris Race and Game of Thrones found that DPO saves time, stream-
e in
Pa
lines processes and delivers environmental benefits: real savings eCOPROD – fRaNCe
air on paper, color toner, postage and transportation.
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The Ecoprod group has made its online resource center available at
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www.ecoprod.com.
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The resources available for sustainable production include:
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Ever since the launch of its sustainability program, the FFHSH has
been raising awareness of the need for green film production. The • Posters designed to facilitate on-site waste sorting as well as
Film Commission Hamburg Schleswig-Holstein (FCHSH) developed to demonstrate and sustain morale and eco-commitment
a green checklist tailored for each department of a film production. during shooting; and
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The FFHSH also supports the German/English-language magazine • Best practices fact sheets for each workstation. They’re all
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Green Film Shooting, which covers sustainable film and media available online and are updated regularly. During the past
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production in Germany as well as abroad. The FFHSH and Green two years, Ecoprod has edited three new best-practice fact
Film Shooting furthermore co-host a panel discussion on green sheets focusing on the set, lighting, and workflow.
film production at the Berlin International Film Festival each year.
In 2016, their collaboration deepened when they initiated the first
Sustainability Production Workshop in Hamburg, which brought saRDeGNa – ITaly
together representatives from film organizations, funds, broadcast-
ers, and production companies from six European countries. The smart solutions for sustainable productions that the FSFC is
suggesting include consultation, creative producing strategies,
and networking with local entrepreneurs and investors.
flaNDeRs – BelGIUm
All productions that institute the Sardegna Green Set Protocol
In 2017, the carbon calculator was revised along with the e-Mission receive from the Foundation complementary reusable water bot-
label in conjunction with the release of a new brochure. The appli- tles to avoid water wastage as well as the excessive use of plastic
cation of measures monitored by the calculator align with those on set; and they also receive complimentary portable ashtrays to
presented in the brochure and by the e-Mission label. prevent litter from cigarette butts in the environment.
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caRbON calculaTOR POsT-PROducTION
carBon calculator
lONDON – UNITeD kINGDOm flaNDeRs – BelGIUm mfG – GeRmaNy saRDeGNa – ITaly
The number of film-specific carbon calculators available online A carbon calculator has been The Film Fund Baden-Württemberg offer producers a complimen- The Sardegna Film Commission Foundation, in collaboration
has risen sharply over the past five years as interest in sustaina- developed for the Flanders’ tary carbon calculator so that they can monitor carbon emissions with regional government agencies as well as with the Sardinian
ble film production has increased. These tools will calculate the film industry. With this generated during production. The carbon calculator enables Environmental Agency, is developing a carbon calculator as part of
precise weight of carbon emitted by a production. Production Excel tool, carbon emis- producers to track emissions that result from power consumption, the Governance and Public Policy (GPP) recognition process.
staff input data into the calculator according to various production sions can be calculated heating, mobility, and hotel bookings as well as from catering and
activities, e. g. energy used in studios, fuel for generators, travel, for the following sectors: set design. Developed in collaboration with German broadcaster
and materials used. The calculator will define the specific overall transportation; energy SWR (Südwestrundfunk) and the Tübingen-based company
tonnage of carbon emitted in physical production and during use on set and at the KlimAktiv, the tool provides producers with data at all stages of
post-production. production office; waste; production so that they can reduce future carbon emissions.
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and post-production.
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the resulting carbon impact. This provides a benchmark for the at or
minibus
production, so the next time a program episode or film is shot The Excel tool was chosen as opposed
there is a level of achievement for them to beat. The production to an online one because it’s easier to revise the template of the green Post-Production
receives its carbon calculations in some of the following ways: calculator on an as-needed basis. Since producers are familiar
1) the total amount of CO2 emitted over the course of production; with Excel, they can keep track of carbon emissions throughout
2) the amount of CO2 emitted per £100k of budget; and, the production. The calculator may thus be used to define the eCOPROD – fRaNCe the environment. The animation production company TeamTO
3) CO2 per production hour, a critical figure. scope of sustainable efforts as well as to make production choices. has been adhering to sustainable production methods with best
The calculator is important for measuring and evaluating the im- In January 2017, a round table discussion on sustainable practices (renewables, waste management, and energy-efficient
For example, a TV series or continuous drama can chart its perfo- plementation of green measures, which then enables producers development and digital technology called “How to include equipment) since its founding in 2008. Innovation is playing a
mance from season to season. It’s key that all stakeholders be en- to determine the amount of reduction in the carbon footprint. The sustainable development in digital creation” was organized for the role in green IT, as is the case with the Stimergy system, which
gaged in the process to make the carbon tonnage of emissions as carbon footprint results may then be compared to the combined Paris Images Digital Summit. Launched by the Île-de-France Film collects heat from data centers, which it then transmits to provide
low as possible, so all crew, cast, and supply chain personnel should average of Flemish productions and to similar productions. Commission, the Paris Images Digital Summit brought together heating for public as well as residential buildings.
be aware of the measures introduced to help make the shoot more visual artists and VFX designers from around the world to speak
sustainable. This effort needs everyone on board to make it a success. about the latest trends and innovations in CGI, motion-capture,
eCOPROD – fRaNCe 3-D, and disruptive technologies in film, TV, and media. It was saRDeGNa – ITaly
There are many examples of organizations that offer the use of the start of an effort to promote green best practices to support
a carbon calculator, including Ecoprod, Greenshoot, albert, and The Ecoprod group developed the first carbon-footprint calculator the post-production sector, which is getting larger and is using The Sardegna Film Commission Foundation treated the subject
PGA Green. Unsurprisingly, as the number of carbon calculation dedicated to broadcast productions: Carbon’Clap. Based on the a great deal of energy, to make the transition to sustainability. of green post-production in its Green Film Shooting Protocol. Its
tools increases, awareness likewise spreads and more productions “Bilan Carbone©” methodology developed by ADEME (the French Electrical consumption (e. g., computer operations and heating/ goal was specifically to target animation and video game projects
adopt sustainable practices, which leads to the ultimate goal of a environmental and energy management agency), Carbon’Clap cooling systems) is a key challenge for the industry as well as for because of their intense power consumption.
carbon-neutral audiovisual production industry. is an easy-to-use tool adapted to monitor fixed factors in the
traffic
production process. A film or TV production’s carbon footprint route
due to
air
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measurement tools in different settings. (See Collaborations and Carbon’Clap results, the production crew may then take reduction d fam
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out Studio Berlin, the energy supply is going green. The heat
Ever since the long-running TV series Großstadtrevier was supply comes from the municipality, 90% of which is generated Doctor Pietro, which is set and shot in Sardinia and which
awarded a Green Shooting Card in 2012, sustainable production by low-emission power-heat coupling, i. e., the simultaneous features the Italian singer Gianni Morandi, is the first sustain-
snowballed at Studio Hamburg, one of the largest film/TV studios production of electricity and the utilization of “waste” heat for ably-produced Italian TV series. The successful TV production
in Germany. Green expertise helped to further refine the green- home/business environments. The show has been perspica- company Lux Vide, which gained worldwide acclaim with the
ing of: the TV series Notruf Hafenkante and The Peppercorns; the ciously powered by clean energy. And the entire lighting system sale of its Bible Series to 140 countries, chose to shot the series
feature films Simple and The Peppercorns. in the studio yard is also going to be upgraded with energy-ef- on the Island of Carloforte, Sardinia. The celebrated company
ficient lamps. For TV producers, the show must go on — but in a subsequently became an advocate of green protocols in the
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With the TV game show The Quiz Champion, Studio Hamburg climate-friendly fashion. Italian TV industry. The advertising campaign for the TV series
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subsidiary Riverside Entertainment introduced sustainable features, as part of its marketing strategy, the greening of the
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production to entertainment television. The program, which is The Green Shooting Card label was also awarded to the Bavaria- dio
of set as well as adopting financially and ecologically sustainable
produced at studio G in Berlin Adlershof, was the first German Film-produced entertainment show Verstehen Sie Spaß? St u production methods.
TV show to be awarded the Green Shooting Card. Due to its high
consumption of energy and materials, The Quiz Champion was Lux Vide’s efforts inspired other broadcasters. Meanwhile, RAI
not by nature a green production. But multifaceted measures flaNDeRs – BelGIUm eCOPROD – fRaNCe and SkyArte are also developing series that are expected to be
were taken in studio production to save resources: carpooling; sustainably produced.
The two principal French broadcasters, France Télévisions and TF1,
the use of porcelain instead of plastic plates and cups in the A dialogue on sustainable filmmaking has been initiated with the
are founding members of Ecoprod. They contributed their expertise
catering department; locally-sourced food; and regional water in regional Flemish public broadcaster VRT. In addition to acting as
to the development of Ecoprod’s guidelines and Carbon’Clap.
returnable bottles. Waste management was also optimized. a co-producer for the serial Buck, which is supported by VAF, VRT
is also implementing sustainable measures recommended by
In 2014, Ecoprod launched a Green Charter for audiovisual
In order to avoid creating trash, the production furnished its e-Mission. VAF provided coaching on sustainable filmmaking to
companies, which introduced sustainability to their operations.
offices with rented, as well as with second-hand, furniture. The set Buck’s producers and crew, which caught the attention of upper
It’s a progressive approach, which allows companies to improve
decorations and props are solid, reusable components which are management at VRT because of the enthusiasm one of its in-house
the sustainability of their operations in a series of steps. Ecoprod
stored near the studio, while rented LED displays are returned to producers.
consultants provide training sessions and follow-up support in
the rental house after the show.
FCF
setting up the Charter.
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If sustainable production methods can inspire a Flemish broadcast-
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In order to reduce the carbon footprint, renewable energy is er, then these methods may be leveraged for the implementation of
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The Charter is a reference credential as well as identity branding for
being used, and solar panels on the roof of the studio generate sustainable measures on a grander structural scale.
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all companies in the film industry that are engaged in eco-responsi-
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water bottles for filming in remote locations was significant. Crew fewer flights taken by actors, so total carbon
City of Tiny Lights and The Dark Mile are two of the 51 UK produc- education in environmental best practices and climate change emissions ended up being cut by 70%. Thanks to the Green Shooting Card, the
tions managed under the Green Screen environmental program, a formed an important part of the program. The producers also number of sustainably produced films and
collaboration between Film London and Greenshoot adopted digital office practices to reduce paper waste, protect IP, For all these sustainable efforts, Höhenstraße projects in Germany has kept growing since
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and generally operate more efficiently. was awarded the first green label for film/TV German comedy star Michael “Bully” Herbig’s
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sustainably produced action comedy Buddy.
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starring Riz Ahmed, tested the application of British standard BS vIeNNa – aUsTRIa German feature film that implemented the FFHSH’s Best
8909 for sustainability management systems (SMS) during its fIlm väsT – sweDeN Practice Guide. A sustainability consultant was already involved
six-week production filming in and around London in 2015. The The Austrian urban crime story Höhenstraße directed by David in the planning of the production and a calculator was used to
production measured its social, environmental and economic Schalko was the first film/TV production that was awarded the Zentropa Sweden began developing general environmental determine the carbon footprint left by the Buddy production.
impact in crew education, energy reduction, supply chain man- Austrian Ecolabel. Produced by Superfilm in cooperation with strategies applicable to film production. During the shooting Theatrical feature films that were also sustainably produced
agement, locations, travel planning, recycling, and digital office Austrian broadcaster ORF, and supported by the Filmfonds Wien of the web-series Hashtag, various environmental efforts were include the tragicomedy Schrotten, the international co-produc-
management and reporting� as well as by the TV Fund of Austria, it was the actual production undertaken. The production team discovered that these efforts tion Antboy 3, and the coming-of-age comedy Simple. At Studio
company in this case that urged the development of an Ecolabel not only had a positive effect on the environment, but that Hamburg, long-running TV series such as Großstadtrevier, Notruf
Producer Rebecca O’Brien and line producer Eimear McMahon for film/TV production. During the production process, the they also had a positive impact on the over-all production. The Hafenkante and the children’s adventure series The Peppercorns
encouraged a high level of engagement from all crew. Claire An- company was advised by the Vienna-based ÖkoBusinessPlan, a increased efficiency actually gave the crew more time for filming. all went green. German broadcaster ZDF has also been greening
derson, the costume designer, used cold water to wash costumes green consulting company. Superfilm was awarded the Ecolabel Thanks to the choice of organic and vegetarian catering, the crew The Quiz Champion.
as well as reusable bags, hangers, and water bottles. for environmentally friendly measures undertaken across several was healthier. The food was mostly vegan, but the crew loved it
departments� even though many of them include meat in their daily diet. Most
Transportation formed an important part of the framework� The surprising was that the crew did not complain about the menu,
crew used London public transport, which significantly reduced Whenever available light was an option, the gaffer used a reflec- of which it had been advised beforehand.
automobile commuting. Key learning points included the use of tor system that required no electrical power. Further activities in-
photos to assist in correct recycling as well as cluded carpooling as well as the use of organic and regional food All the actors and most of the crew members took public
understanding the need to appoint a from local farmers and the use of reusable cups by the catering transportation. The crew members who relied on automobiles
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department in a larger program of waste management� carpooled. The production also minimized travel time by choos-
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The impact of not using 200 – 300 plastic cups
The Dark Mile on a daily basis contributed to a tremendous Since Hashtag was a rather modest production, the film was shot
Thriller The Dark Mile, a reduction in the amount of garbage. Instead documentary-style with available light. This decision was not
Bridge Films produc- of four-to-seven bags of garbage per day, the simply a budgetary matter; it was also a choice to take responsi-
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stringent sustainable waste, 2,000 liters of diesel oil, assistant worked out a plan for on-set waste management. The pro- f or F
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bottles� Additionally, on-location waste was reduced by providing the crew
program, unprecedent- perfi
lm with re-usable water bottles and coffee cups. Food was served on Thanks to their collaboration with the Hamburg Media School
ed for previous produc- porcelain plates that were purchased at second-hand stores. The (HMS), student filmmakers are already being instructed in
tions in the Highlands. production avoided plastic of all kinds. Every department and each sustainable production at the initial stage of their careers. HMS
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location had a fully realized waste management plan. alumnus Ilker Çatak followed the best practices when he was
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As a result, The Dark Mile pro- shooting his debut feature Once upon a Time in Indians Country.
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duction was the first to be granted ile The act of communicating environmentally friendly measures
access to shoot scenes in a Site of Special improves them. When a production kicks off, a “Welcome to Zen- The most famous green German film is In the Fade by Hamburg-
Scientific Interest (SSSI) as well as in ancient wood- tropa” package informs the crew of green measures. According based writer/director Fatih Akin, which is premiering in Competi-
lands. Waste was transported off-site by river for 60% to Zentropa’s environmental policy, better results are obtained tion at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival. Staring Hollywood actress
of location work, which reduced carbon emissions when the crew discusses their environmental values and when Diane Kruger, the film was shot on location in Hamburg where it
as well as the need for vehicle access to locations. each member is recruited to do their job in an environmentally was awarded the Green Shooting Card�
Crew members also shared travel to work when responsible manner�
practical. The lighting team invested in LEDs. Water
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