SUSTAINABILITY NOW! Summit + Expo
As climate crises challenge our industry, our planet, and our communities, sustainable filmmaking is no longer optional - it's a must!
Join us for an inspiring evening packed with affordable, actionable steps to make a difference.
Discover the environmental and community impact of your work, hear from industry leaders like the Environmental Media Association, Local 600, and more, and experience cutting-edge clean energy tech demos paving the way to eliminate diesel generators. The event will conclude with tasty treats and a chance to connect with like-minded creators.
Let’s set the standard for a greener, more resilient filmmaking industry—right here in Chicago!
Location
Cinespace Studios Chicago - Stage 25
Keynote Address:
Environmental Media Association
Chicago Department of Environment
Special Guest:
Hanako Greensmith, Actress & Environmentalist, Chicago Fire
Enter Our Superstar Giveaway Raffle
*Everyone who attends, will have their name entered into our raffle once. Visit the raffle table and increase your chances to win with additional entries by:
Bringing a reusable water bottle (no single use plastic bottles, refillable stations available)
Carpooling, using CTA or bike to get to/from the event
Scanning a business card of a fellow attendee or a digital brochure at the event
*Visit the raffle table at the event for more info, questions and to add additional entries of your name to the giveaway!
Current Participants:
Chicago Film Office
Independent Film Alliance
ECOFIXR
Chicago Fire (NBC Universal)
Conscious Costumes
CORE SWX
IATSE Local 600 Sustainability Committee
Keslow Camera
Kinowerks
Big Delicious Planet
One Earth Collective
Creative Chicago Reuse Exchge
*Food and beverages provided by Big Delicious Planet and IFA Chicago while supplies last. Additional food and beverages available for purchase at Beatrix.