Case Studies and Resources
See what we do in action! Explore our past work and results across our corporate sustainability consulting, on set production, corporate training, and GHG measurement and reporting workflows.
Real-world case studies and practical tools help the entertainment industry turn sustainability commitments into action.
The exchange of ideas and experience is essential for cultivating a skilled, confident, and forward-thinking workforce.
Case Studies
Suppli x David Mintz Catering Production Case Study
Film and TV productions go through hundreds of single-use food containers each day, with significant environmental impacts. We saw an opportunity to change that story in Toronto when filming an Amazon MGM Studios production.
Case Study: Sustainable Production for Entertainment Certification (SPEC)
This first-of-its-kind certification empowers professionals at all levels, from executives and producers to crew, engineers, and event staff, to lead sustainable change within their own departments and productions.
Case Study: Reel Green — Building the Foundation for Sustainable Film Production in British Columbia
Green Spark Group has been instrumental in formalizing and advancing sustainable film and television production in British Columbia through the long-term management and evolution of Reel Green™, a program housed at Creative BC.
Case Study: ReScene - Building a Circular Economy for Film and Television
ReScene is a radical grassroots collaboration among production designers, construction coordinators, local businesses, and industry organizations across the Greater Toronto Area.
Resources
We have relationships with many organizations and vendors in the entertainment industry. Here are a few resources to get your started.
Sustainable Production: Culture & Tips
Green Spark Group Map of Green Film Organizations
Green Spark Group Sustainable Production insights
The Creative Industries Pact for Sustainable Action: The Pact
Octane Seating Blog: Sustainable Cinema Historical Timeline
Best Practices for Greening Your Set
Sustainable Entertainment Alliance Production Toolkit
Producers Guild of America Sustainability Toolkit & Resources
Directors Guild of America Sustainable Futures Committee
ReScene - Production Circularity Solutions in Toronto
Reel Green from Creative BC
Good Green Production Bible from GreenShoot Pacific
How to Green Your Production from Green Filmmaking
Carbon Calculator Tools
albert (free)
PEAR (free)
AdGreen (for commercials)
Carbon Clap Eco Prod