Production

SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER

 

• Hiring a Sustainability Officer at the outset of pre-production is crucial to set the eco framework for each department.

• This person will be the main contact for all sustainability initiatives and enquiries during production.

• Click here to find Sustainability Officer graduates from the Sustainable Screens Australia Training program.

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FUEL

 

• Hire EV/Hybrid rental cars for production vehicles and supply EV chargers.

• Crew local to save flights, accommodation and car rentals

• Choose Economy for flights rather than Business or First Class.Have a mandatory ‘No Vehicle Idling’ policy

• Set up a WhatsApp carpooling group page.  Encourage shared transportation.

• When booking an Uber or Taxi, choose Uber Green or request an EV/Hybrid taxi.

• Instead of travelling for meetings, use digital video conferencing tools like Zoom, Google Meet, or Microsoft Teams.

• Reward crew who improve the eco footprint of the production by carpooling, using public transport or coordinating shared rides.​​​​​​​​​​​​

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ENERGY

 

• Choose an energy supplier that provides 100% renewable energy.

• Coordinate hybrid, battery or biofuel generators where possible.

• Ensure everything is turned off when not in use.

• Keep the office temperature between 22°C - 24°C (71.6°F - 75.2°F) in the summer and 21°C - 23°C (69.8°F - 73.4°F) in the winter.

• Use energy-efficient computers, monitors, and post production editing systems.

• Install LED light bulbs that use less energy than traditional incandescent or fluorescent bulbs.  

• Use re chargeable batteries in preference to single use batteries.

• Encourage the use of iCloud storage and digital tools for all wrap files, to prevent unnecessary hard drives, printing and filing materials, especially for post production.

• Electronic signatures will lessen the need for physical paperwork, including contracts and other legal documents.

• Make use of digital calendars like Google Calendar for scheduling and task management.

• If coloured paper is required, use at least 30% recycled paper.

• Where possible, to minimise paper and printer ink usage and waste, have  the printer set to double-sided printing and print in black-and-white.

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Waste Reduction and Recycling

 

• Encourage cast and crew to bring their re-usable water bottles and keep cups to elimate single use cups.

• Source second-hand equipment and office supplies from past productions or charity shops.

• Place recycle bins in high-foot-traffic areas with clear labels for paper, plastic, and other recyclables. Implement an e-waste recycling initiative to ensure proper disposal of batteries and other electronic devices.

• Have a zero-waste policy to reduce single-use plastics and other disposable items.

• Purchase eco-friendly office supplies, such as 100% Australian recycled paper, refillable pens, eco-cleaning products, and non-toxic markers.

• Utilise sustainable, recyclable packaging for sending freight.

• When purchasing new appliances, verify the energy efficiency rating.

• Buy snacks in bulk. Instead of providing individually wrapped snacks, promote the use of reusable containers, cups, and cutlery for snacks and drinks in the office.

• If there is any old but functioning office furniture, computers, and other equipment that are no longer needed, donate to a charity shop, school or theatre near you. Avoid sending anything to landfill. 

• At wrap, along with the Sustainable Officer, coordinate a Cast and Crew Sale for props, costume and any equipment that is excess to the wrap requirements, at the end of the production.

• Add indoor plants to your offices, they enhance indoor air quality.

• Click here to find sustainable recycling centres throughout Australia​​​​