Project Housekeeping
Sustainability Journey of the Aegean Film Festival
What "Housekeeping" Means To Us
Following our Aegean roots, housekeeping is not just a chore; it’s the art of maintaining a resourceful and sustainable home. Our festival extends this philosophy to our operations and our commitment to the environment. The inherently circular, age-old practices of the islands have been woven into the very fabric of existence long before it became a modern ethos.
Sweeping the Path: Our Past Initiatives
Environmental Innovation: We launched comprehensive environmental programs, expanded the Echoes initiative, established the Aegean Carbon Initiative, and forged crucial sustainability partnerships that have set a strong foundation for our ecological advocacy.
Sustainable Practices: We introduced the Festival Alliance for the Climate, prioritising up-cycling, minimising waste, and implementing a ban on single-use items, underscoring our commitment to sustainable festival experiences.
Tidying Up: This Year's Efforts
Carbon Accounting: We are meticulously tracking our carbon emissions and adopting the Energy Hierarchy framework to steer our operations toward greater sustainability.
Partnerships for Housekeeping: By collaborating with diverse organisations within cinema, festivals, and local Aegean ecosystems, we are deepening our knowledge and enhancing our collective impact on environmental stewardship.
Keeping the Home Bright: Our Future Goals
Zero-Carbon Ambition: We are setting our sights on achieving a zero-carbon footprint through pioneering sustainable technologies and renewable energy solutions.
Empowering Cinema and Communities: We are committed to fostering a global cinema movement and strengthening the resilience of Aegean communities through education, conservation, and sustainable development initiatives.
Expanding Influence: We aim to grow the Festival Alliance for the Climate, integrate responsibility across all festival dimensions, and leverage our platform for robust environmental advocacy and engagement.
Commitment to Global Goals
Adopting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals isn’t just a commitment; it’s a pathway we tread each year. Our focus on Climate Action, Life Below Water, and Life On Land transcends advocacy, embedding these goals into the fabric of our festival operations and community engagements.
“In collaboration with Fourthmore, we are embracing our responsibility of urban and marine stewardship. It’s our joy and pleasure to maintain a clean, tidy, and neat environment, ensuring our house is in good order as we guide and inspire others to do the same.”
Babis Tsoutsas, Festival Director
“I am thrilled about our partnership with the Aegean Film Festival. Together, we are setting new benchmarks for sustainability in the festival circuit, proving that environmental responsibility and world-class entertainment can go hand in hand.”
Sam Howard, Fourthmore
Sponsors and Partners
A heartfelt thank you to the organisations that share our vision and help us sustain it.
Rewilding Patmos
By linking ‘wild parties’ to rewilding, the festival fosters a unique connection between fun and care for nature.
A 5-euro donation per ticket directly supports the Rewilding Patmos project, funding the planting of over 350 trees which will take place in November 2024 in Koumas Hill of Patmos, in collaboration with the Community of Trees.
This initiative redefines entertainment by creating lasting ecological and social impact. Please join our mission and contribute to our tree-planting initiatives or housekeeping efforts, through the options below.
Support & Engagement
Individual Engagement
Seed Bombing & Tree Planting
5 Euros
Let’s scatter small balls of seeds and nutrients to the soil & plant trees to restore the island’s green cover. Together, we can make a difference—one tree at a time.
Local Clean Ups
20 Euros
Support local clean-ups and help us keep our beaches and natural baths beautiful. Every action matters.
Up-Cycling
60 Euros
Help us turn old banners and screens into one-of-a-kind beach bags! Support the zero waste efforts of the festival and get hold of a collectors’ bag for your summer adventures.
Support & Engagement
Festival Wide Support
Education Patron
Support future filmmakers by becoming an education patron at our Festival! Your contribution will fund workshops, scholarships, and mentorship programs for aspiring artists. Empower the next generation of storytellers—become a patron!
Sustainability Champion
Become a sustainability champion at our Festival! Your support will drive eco-friendly initiatives, reduce waste, and promote green practices. Join us in making a positive impact!
Sustainability Award & Echoes Presenting Sponsor
Become a Sustainability Award & Echoes Presenting Sponsor at our Festival! Showcase your commitment to environmental stewardship and inspire sustainable practices in the film industry. Partner with us to amplify sustainability as an Echoes presenting sponsor!
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