Green Screen: Show Group's Approach to Sustainable Film Industry Travel

As the film industry continues to grow and evolve, so does its awareness of the potential impact film production can have on the environment. With each aspect of production – from lighting and set design to transportation, every decision made in film production can leave a lasting environmental impact.

While travel and transportation are necessities in filmmaking, production companies can lower the environmental impact of their travel. Show Group is committed to reducing the staggering impact film production can have on the environment; backed by extensive experience and the CTM Group’s innovative technology, the team can assist with route planning, solution-based operations, sustainability reporting, prioritising sustainable accommodation, and offering carbon offsetting options to customers.

Show Group is dedicated to delivering exceptional travel experiences that minimise the environmental impact of film production travel, by prioritising the well-being of production teams and the planet.

According to a report by the Sustainable Production Alliance (SPA), the carbon footprint of tentpole productions is staggering, reaching an average of 3,370 metric tonnes. To put that into perspective, that’s the equivalent of driving seven million miles (or 11 million km) in a regular vehicle, as the US Environmental Protection Agency reported.

Fuel consumption significantly impacts the average carbon footprint, accounting for 48% of emissions. Air travel also has a substantial impact and accounts for 24% of emissions. Accommodation, such as hotels and housing, accounted for only 6% of emissions. While travel and transportation are necessities in filmmaking, production companies can lower the environmental impact of their travel. Here is where Show Group comes in; backed by extensive experience and the CTM Group’s innovative technology, our team provide strategic and customised travel solutions that empower our clients to achieve their sustainability goals.

Here are just a few of the ways our team can help!

1. Route planning

Non-stop (direct) flights tend to be better for the environment. They are shorter and use fewer resources, primarily due to fewer takeoffs and landings, where carbon emissions have the greatest impact. While direct flights may not be possible for every destination, our experts can help you find the best options for direct flights based on volume, cost, and frequency. With the backing of the global CTM Group, we can negotiate superior rates that align with your budget and sustainability goals.

2. Cutting-edge technology

When you partner with Show Group, you also enjoy the benefits of working with the global CTM Group, including access to CTM’s Data Hub reporting technology. CTM’s Data Hub reporting tool provides advanced insight into the sustainability of your travel program, including:

• Total CO² emissions by month
• Average CO² emissions per trip and traveller
• CO² emissions by service type (air/hotel/ car/rail) and by service provider
• CO² emissions by fare class

This allows you to monitor your carbon footprint continuously and helps you stay on track toward reaching your sustainability goals.

3. Sharing the ride

To lower ground transportation carbon emissions, a report by ARUP suggests promoting shared transport among the production team. Show Group can help plan and coordinate shared transportation, ensuring vehicles are strategically selected for cost-effectiveness and sustainability. Alternatively, your production team can use CTM’s cutting-edge ride-share technology, which connects travelling crew to reduce costs and minimise environmental impact.

4. Green accommodation

Sustainability in hotels was once limited to reusing your bath towel. These days, many hotel companies embrace environmental and social sustainability through initiatives such as green roof technology, energy-saving systems, using local and on-site food sources, implementing water conservation programs, and much more. We can help you review your preferred hotels and prioritise sustainability during selection and negotiation.

Show Group is dedicated to delivering an exceptional travel experience that prioritises the well-being of your production team and the planet. The film industry is making great strides towards sustainability, but there’s still more work to be done. By minimising the impact of your travel, you can take a significant step in reducing your production’s carbon footprint and positively impacting the environment.