LOS ANGELES (AFP) - Hollywood's major television and film studios on
Friday unveiled a guidebook with rules they plan to follow to try to
reduce their carbon footprint and workplace waste.
In late 2006, university research here charged that the film industry
was a major source of pollution in the sprawling megalopolis, topped
only by oil refineries.
So this "Best Practices Guide for Green Production" announced by the
Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) is aimed at improving the
industry's record and reputation.
"A new norm is emerging in which eco-friendly practices are best
business practices, and ... behind the scenes, every major studio is
getting in on the act," said MPAA chief Dan Glickman.
The guide offers ideas for environmentally responsible approaches to
issues as diverse as filming on sets, trans****t, post-production work
and even hair and makeup.
"Hollywood's film studios have come a long way since they started
recycling in the 1970s," said Gary Petersen, environmental member of
the California Integrated Waste Management Board.
"Studios' waste reduction and recycling efforts are having a real
impact on reducing greenhouse g***** and they have implemented many
other responsible practices that showcase how the private business
sector can contribute to sustainability," he added.
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