BAFTA Albert’s SPARK initiative gains new industry backing

BAFTA Albert’s SPARK: Clean Temporary Power by 2030 has welcomed 27 new organisations, adding further momentum to the screen industry’s move away from fossil-fuel generators.

The initiative brings broadcasters, production companies, suppliers and industry bodies together behind a shared roadmap for cleaner temporary power. For NXTGENbps, it is encouraging to see more organisations recognising that clean power is not just an environmental priority, but an important part of how film and TV production needs to evolve. Full story >

Source: BAFTA Albert

Are we ready for hotter UK summers?

A BBC report looked at whether the UK is ready for a future of hotter summers, with scientists warning that extreme heat preparation needs to become a much greater priority. From homes and public spaces to transport and health, adapting to rising temperatures is becoming an increasingly urgent part of the climate conversation. Full story >

Source: BBC News

FIFA president’s World Cup travel raises sustainability questions

BBC Verify and BBC Sport tracked a private jet linked to FIFA and Gianni Infantino during the World Cup group stage, reporting 27 flights, more than 31,000 miles travelled and an estimated 516 tonnes of CO2e in just over two weeks. With FIFA making public sustainability commitments for the tournament, the story raises wider questions about the environmental impact of major global sporting events and the leadership needed to reduce it. Full story >

Source: BBC Sport