Travel & Accommodation

FUEL

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• Use hybrid or electric vehicles for local ground transport where available.

• Prioritise virtual meetings over travel wherever possible — use digital video conferencing tools such as Zoom, Google Meet, or Microsoft Teams.

• Book Economy Class flights instead of Business or First Class (which use more fuel and space per passenger).

• Choose direct flights to avoid extra take-offs and landings that increase fuel consumption.

• Select airlines with strong sustainability programs (e.g., those using sustainable aviation fuel or carbon offset initiatives).

• Encourage carpooling and group airport transfers for cast and crew instead of individual taxis.

• Source accommodation close to filming locations to limit daily commuting distances.

• Avoid unnecessary freight by renting or sourcing equipment locally instead of shipping large loads.

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ENERGY

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• Partner with eco-certified hotels or accommodation providers (e.g., Green Star, EarthCheck, EcoTourism Australia).

• Encourage eco-accommodations with renewable energy, LED lighting, and efficient HVAC systems.

• When booking, request that hotels avoid daily linen and towel changes to save water and energy.

• Encourage crew to turn off lights, heating, and air-conditioning when leaving hotel rooms.

• Book centrally located hotels near sets or production offices to reduce transport energy use.

• Encourage train or public transport options for short-distance travel instead of flights or car rentals.

• Use digital platforms to communicate travel itineraries and confirmations to avoid printing.

• If working remotely, power laptops and devices via solar or battery systems where feasible.

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Waste Reduction & Recycling

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• Use digital ticketing, itineraries, and check-ins — no printed boarding passes or paper vouchers.

• Adopt cloud-based systems for booking management and approvals.

• Encourage digital receipts for reimbursements instead of printed copies.

• Discourage single-use plastics while travelling — provide guidance on bringing reusables.

• Recycle any travel packaging (snack wrappers, paperwork, containers) at destination recycling stations.

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

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