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We will gradually revise internal procedures, updated work protocols and re-evaluate priorities – based on the carbon footprint study and the recommendations report, and in consultation with staff and Green Team members.

In order to achieve this change of internal culture, one of TFF’s priorities is to cultivate and develop green skills for staff and collaborators, embed sustainable clauses in the job descriptions and roles of employees, as well as in the contracts of external partners.

Already, a Festival executive has been assigned the role of Green Officer/Coordinator and a Green Team was formed (greenteam@filmfestival.gr), with the participation of staff members from across the organization – administrative, technical and creative areas.

Three introductory training seminars on environmental issues and sustainable cultural management have been offered to all employees, collaborators and partners, as well as to the festival volunteers.

A series of individual advisory-educational workshops (thematic seminars) with the Green Team, employees and partners involved in specific parameters of the program took place and others are planned, on the following subjects: policy-strategy, legal & ethical issues in regards to environmental sustainability and sustainable management, energy & water management, materials & waste management, procurement, digital footprint & digital sobriety, travel & offsetting, communication & outreach.

Access is provided to additional relevant training material, good practice guides, case studies from the cultural sector internationally, while regular updates about climate issues and innovations in sustainability will be shared among staff members.

Special emphasis will be placed on training and compliance with the general framework of the Green Deal and individual policies, e.g. EU: Green Procurement, Greening Creative Europe, as well as on carbon offsetting frameworks and best practices to avoid greenwashing.