Star Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens,

Recipient of EMA Green Seal Award December 18, 2015

The most talked about movie of the year is also an award recipient for its sustainable film

production practices. The Environmental Media Association (EMA) awarded Star Wars Episode 7: The

Force Awakens with a 2015 EMA Green Seal Award based on the Green Seal Award Program.

Star Wars Episode 7s green production practices focused on energy sourcing and waste

reduction. All stages and workshops were fitted with smart meters and equipment tied into the

electricity grid when possible to avoid the use of diesel generators. The production avoided

approximately 1,224 hours of generator running time, 102 metric tons of C02 and roughly 1,944 gallons

or $9,200 of diesel. Production diverted 75% of its waste away from landfills. This was achieved through

recycling, composting, reuse and donated material. Approximately two 40-yeard dumpsters of

polystyrene were donated to an organization that collects clean polystyrene for use as stuffing in toys.

Production sent approximately 528 gallons of cooking oil to be refined and turned into biodiesel. Find

these highlights and those of other 2015 recipients here.

EMA partnered with Green Seal to develop its Green Seal Award Program, which recognizes

leaders in the entertainment industry and also provides a practical and comprehensive guide to

environmentally responsible filmmaking and event planning.

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