An analysis comparing the emissions from on-location production and virtual production of scenes from two television shows. Virtual production is estimated to have a sizable reduction in carbon emissions.
HIGHLIGHTS
Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) launched sustainability guidelines for content production in an industry-first initiative in India, with a comm
Production designers constructed some sets entirely from Emagispace blocks — fiberboard panels similar to Legos that can build entire multiroom sets, then come apart and be fashioned into new ones
Spider-Man believes that with great power comes great responsibility - including for our planet. Learn how The Amazing Spider-Man™ 2 became Sony Pictures’ most eco-friendly production.
Think Like A Manachieved a first in motion picture history by using 100 percent LED lighting in the productiona change that reduced the films energy footprint while generating four times the amount of light as conventional sources.
Think Like a Man Too, shot in Las Vegas at Caesars Palace, collaborated with Caesars CodeGreen program.
This shoot demonstrated just how sustainable a production can be: composting 550 gallons of organic waste, reusing almost everything, and donating every last camera, film, and supply to community organizations in New York City.
SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION
In partnership with our Feature Film and Television production teams, plans are prepared to reduce environmental impacts, educate cast and crew on environmental best practices, and expand the use of sustainable technologies.
Production carbon footprint analysis revealed that fuel consumption is the primary source of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions for most productions. Fuel, such as gasoline or diesel, is used in vehicles transporting people and gear and generators for two power trailers, lighting and other equipment.
Our Features and Television shows are produced across the globe and consistently seek ways to reuse sets or donate sets, props and wardrobe pieces to save valuable resources and help non-profit organizations.
Sony Pictures is a founder and early supporter of industry organizations that support productions with the implementation of sustainable practices both on and off screen. Sony Pictures and other major studios, streamers and broadcasters work alongside these local consortiums to drive the industry towards a more sustainable future.
