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WEDNESDAY 5 NOVEMBER 2025 | Music Centre of the Municipality of Thessaloniki

This talk explores how contemporary technologies, particularly AI, can advance ecological sustainability in film production. As the industry faces growing environmental challenges, AI offers innovative solutions to reduce energy use, minimize waste and streamline workflows. From optimizing set operations to enabling virtual production and data-driven decision-making, these tools help filmmakers assess environmental impact and implement greener practices without compromising creativity. By highlighting real-world examples and forward-thinking strategies, the talk demonstrates how technology can serve not just as a creative aid, but as a catalyst for sustainable filmmaking, empowering the industry to tell stories responsibly, while protecting the planet.

Speakers: Bassam Alasad, Producer, Cultural organizer, Climate storytelling and Production consultant - Greener Screen
George Chatzivasileiou, PhD in Philosophy of ΑΙ, Author, Documentary director
Emma Doxiadi, Filmmaker, Sustainability coordinator - Everybodies

Moderation: Thodoris Georgakopoulos, Writer, Journalist