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SBTi approves Eutelsat’s greenhouse gas reductions targets

Eutelsat has announced that its near-term greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The SBTi has recognised the Group’s scope 1 and 2 targets as aligned with a 1.5°C trajectory, in line with the Paris Agreement. The approved targets include: A 50 per cent absolute reduction […]

January 28, 2025

Research: Video industry a major emitter of greenhouse gas

The overall demand for more entertainment and video communication services has highlighted the need for more sustainable solutions across the industry. According to a paper released by InterDigital, a mobile and video technology research and development company, and written by market research firm Futuresource, the video industry is rapidly emerging as a major emitter of […]

January 22, 2025

Green joins Eurovision Song Contest in Director role

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has appointed Martin Green in a new role as Director overseeing the Eurovision Song Contest. Green’s track record as an executive producer of major events includes the ceremonies of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Hull UK City of Culture 2017, the Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022 and the Eurovision […]

October 15, 2024

NGMN roadmap for more energy efficient networks

The Next Generation Mobile Networks Alliance (NGMN) has published Green Future Networks: A Roadmap to Energy Efficient Networks, offering new guidance and recommendations on reducing energy consumption in mobile networks. This roadmap aims to enhance energy-saving methods for MNOs and the wider industry. This publication outlines 16 different energy saving techniques and intelligent solutions that […]

July 2, 2024

NXTGENbps partners with Sustainable Film

NXTGENbps, a pioneer in battery power solutions and a champion of sustainable energy, has announced a new partnership with Sustainable Film, a consultancy in film and TV production sustainability. This collaboration marks a significant step towards driving the entertainment industry towards greener practices and reducing its environmental footprint. Sustainable Film has acquired two NXTGENbps Owl […]

June 26, 2024

Audible reboots Green Wing

Audible, a provider of spoken word entertainment, has released Green Wing: Resuscitated, a six-part Audible Original revisiting the stories of its beloved characters 12 years on.  Spanning six episodes, Green Wing: Resuscitated features the original cast and takes listeners back to East Hampton Hospital. Created once again by Victoria Pile, and scripted by original writers including Robert Harley, James Henry, Oriane Messina and Fay Rusling, established […]

April 29, 2024

WaterBear content on WildEarth

WildEarth.tv and the WaterBear Network have announced a content partnership agreement that will see a selection of documentaries and short films from WaterBear screened on Freeview channel 91 in the UK, as well as on channel 183 on the DSTV platforms across the African continent. This new partnership consolidates the relationship between WildEarth and WaterBear […]

February 13, 2024

Magnite selected as first SSP by Greenbids

Magnite, the independent omnichannel sell-side advertising company, and Greenbids, a specialist in sustainable advertising AI optimisation solutions, has announced a partnership to help reduce carbon emissions generated by digital advertising ad calls while preserving campaign performance. Magnite is the first SSP to share traffic shaping data with Greenbids to help inform efficient ad selection. The […]

November 23, 2023

Green Light Films launches in Ukraine

Green Light Films announces its launch as an all-rights distribution and co-production company for the Ukrainian market. Backed by the holding group that hosts the Multiplex chain of cinemas, Green Light Films is dedicated to building its slate directly with global and western multi-regional licensors of high-quality international titles and prestige festival films that have […]

October 20, 2023

UK telcos commit to reduce GHG emissions

The UK’s largest connectivity providers are committing to agreeing to work together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from the telecoms supply chain. At a roundtable meeting in May convened by Ofcom and Accenture, twelve telecoms and network infrastructure companies were invited to discuss and identify priority areas where they could work together to reduce […]

July 13, 2023