A recent report has highlighted the significant environmental impact of fossil fuels in London’s film and TV industry, identifying them as the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions.
Film London and Creative Zero have published a report examining how the film and television industry in London can reduce its carbon footprint.
The report, part of The Fuel Project, focuses on the decarbonisation of supplier transport and mobile power systems.
The project, which has received support from Netflix and Sky, looks at the environmental impact of fossil fuel usage in the sector.
It offers suggestions for suppliers and industry stakeholders, encouraging collaboration to ensure a smooth transition to low carbon technologies.
The report suggests a possible end to diesel by 2029 and petrol by 2031, focusing on transitioning to cleaner technologies like batteries and hydrogen.
Based on industry feedback, the report concludes that while batteries offer the most efficient and cost-effective solution for clean energy, hydrogen may become a more viable option for high-capacity use by 2030.
The report also considers a scenario where a full transition to zero emission vehicles could reduce the industry’s carbon footprint by 93% by 2033.
For mobile power units, an 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 is considered achievable, though hybrids may continue to be used until 2036.
Ben Holt, Head of Production, UK, Netflix, said: “The Fuel Project reinforces what we are learning on the ground and paints a picture of how studios like Netflix can phase out the use of fossil fuels in our production operations. This transition will help us to modernise our productions and meet our climate goals.”
Fiona Ball, Group Director, Bigger Picture and Sustainability, Sky, said: “At Sky, we’re committed to working with our partners, suppliers and production companies to reduce emissions across our value chain and promote system-wide change to protect the planet.
“This report is a great example of the industry collaboration that is necessary for us to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels.”
Roxy Erickson, Sustainable Business Consultant, Creative Zero, said: “This level of working together, often across competitors, leaves us in good stead for hitting net zero within a time frame that is just and necessary.”
