Lights, Camera, Sustainability: What Does It Take to Become a Green Film Champion
From Sweden to Croatia, with experiences from Germany and Portugal in between, a panel of change agents is working to transform the industry; these are the stories of the challenges faced, the inspiration found, and the successes achieved. In conversation with the guests, current best practices in energy conservation, transportation, accommodation, catering, and production design, as well as education, training, awareness-raising, and obtaining green certificates is explored. An inquiry is made into how anyone can become a film industry sustainability champion, fostering a positive impact on the environment and the industry as a whole. Remember: It doesn’t matter where you are now; what matters is what you do starting now.
SPEAKERS
DÖRTE SCHNEIDER GARCIA
Certified Green Consultant / PT
HANNA NYBESON
Sustainability Advisor, Nybeson Solutions/ SE
MAJA DOMJAN
Sustainability Manager, Eventful / HR
MODERATED BY
GARRET PATRICK KELLY
Sustainability Advisor, Sarajevo Film Festival / BA
TIME
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
09:30 – 10:30 (CET)
LOCATION
Swissotel Sarajevo / CineLink Talks Conference Room
Dörte Schneider Garcia
Dörte Schneider Garcia is of German origin. After studying film editing in Potsdam-Babelsberg, she moved to Portugal where she started working as an assistant director. For about 20 years she gained experience in that role on several types of productions. In 2020, she completed further training at the Stuttgart Media University to become a Green Consultant for film and tv productions. Besides working as such, Dörte is also involved with several educational projects, spreading the word on sustainability within the film industry on a European level. She is a founding member of the Portuguese green consultant association. Dörte believes in the power of storytelling and considers herself a stubborn optimist.
Hanna Nybeson
Hanna Nybeson works as a Sustainability Advisor. Within that role she helps clients in the Film and TV industry to become more aware of ecologically sustainability and practically helps them reduce their climate footprint. As a sustainability advisor she is also calculating the clients carbon footprint and helping them be aligned with laws and regulations.
Hanna also educates, gives inspirational lectures and takes part in debates and panels. She is the founder of the company Nybeson Solutions and the concept Ready Set Green.
Maja Domijan
With a Master's degree in Sustainable Event Management and over 10 years of experience in the industry, Maja is a passionate advocate for creating events that minimize environmental impact and maximize positive change.
As the owner of Eventful, a dedicated agency specializing in sustainable event planning, Maja provides clients with comprehensive solutions for organizing sustainable and regenerative events. Her expertise extends beyond event management, offering valuable education and consulting services to organizations and individuals seeking to integrate sustainable practices into their event strategies.
Maja's commitment to sustainability extends beyond the event itself, focusing on the broader impact on communities and the environment. She is a trusted advisor, helping clients navigate the complexities of sustainable event management and achieve their environmental goals.