In preparation for writing an ongoing series of posts on green filming best practices, we wanted to begin by making everyone aware of many helpful guides that already exist. It’s unfortunate how little publicity these documents have received, but we hope to help green filming practices go from being little-known and voluntary to widespread and mandatory.

California Film Commission Green Resource Guide

Provides contact information for eco-conscious companies dealing in warddrobe, catering, tape stock, set design, office supplies and more. Of course it is California-based, but some of the the companies may have locations in other parts of the country.

Film New Mexico Green Filming Program

This website provides many resources for productions wishing to film in New Mexico, including a green filmmaking guide, and outlines incentives for filming in the state that benefit environmentally sensitive productions.

EMA Make Your Production Green

A guide from the Environmental Media Association listing environmentally friendly resources for banners and signage, invitations, catering, plant rentals, and more.

UK FIlm Council Environmental Strategy

The UK Film Council has recently announced plans to make London the greenest place to film. While the program does not appear to be in full swing just yet, this page outlines their overall strategy and links to a guide for greener filming.

Boulder, Colorado Green Filming Resource Guide

A guide from Boulder, Colorado about green filming in the area, including local green resources.

Let us know if we’ve missed anything. We’ll continue to build this list as more states and countries are inspired to author green filming guides. And remember, even if your area is not providing a green filming guide, you can use some of the tips in those listed above and apply them to your own work!