Films, series and other TV films will have to estimate their CO2 emissions to continue to receive public aid from January 1, 2024, the National Center for Cinema and Animated Image announced on Wednesday. “As of March 31, 2023, producers of cinematographic works (feature and short films) and audiovisual works (series and singles), belonging to the genre of fiction and documentary, must provide a carbon footprint of the works when they apply for aid” , the CNC announced in a press release. In particular, it will be necessary to calculate the CO2 emitted during filming (transport, canteen, technical means, etc.) and post-production. he adds. This measure is part of a plan to help the cinema and audiovisual sector reduce its carbon emissions. The obligation will be extended in a second phase “to animated, immersive works and video games”. The CNC began to condition its aid in 2021 in another area, sexist and sexual violence, making obtaining its funds for follow-up training in the prevention of harassment.
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