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Architects of Change, Season 1, Episode 3, To Innovate Is to Imitate
directed by Jean Bourbonnais, in Architects of Change, Season 1, Episode 3 (Montréal, QC: CinéFête, 2009), 53 mins
In just one century, technological and scientific progress has made unprecedented improvements in living conditions possible. Nonetheless, we are now realizing that these technical advances carried within them the seeds of many of today’s environmental and social problems. A new scientific approach is opening th...
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directed by Jean Bourbonnais, in Architects of Change, Season 1, Episode 3 (Montréal, QC: CinéFête, 2009), 53 mins
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In just one century, technological and scientific progress has made unprecedented improvements in living conditions possible. Nonetheless, we are now realizing that these technical advances carried within them the seeds of many of today’s environmental and social problems. A new scientific approach is opening the way to a new pattern of development that takes inspiration from the organization of ecosystems, or the way living systems function, a...
In just one century, technological and scientific progress has made unprecedented improvements in living conditions possible. Nonetheless, we are now realizing that these technical advances carried within them the seeds of many of today’s environmental and social problems. A new scientific approach is opening the way to a new pattern of development that takes inspiration from the organization of ecosystems, or the way living systems function, and attempts to integrate these ideas into human technology.
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Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Sven Eriksson
Author / Creator
Jean Bourbonnais
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
CinéFête
Series
Architects of Change
Speaker / Narrator
Sven Eriksson
Topic / Theme
Scientific research, Ecosystems
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 by Ciné Fête
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Architects of Change, Season 1, Episode 6, Need of Biodiversity
directed by Sylvain Braun, in Architects of Change, Season 1, Episode 6 (Montréal, QC: CinéFête, 2009), 53 mins
Human beings play a key role with regard to the Earth's biodiversity and their lifestyles greatly influence the balance of ecosystems. The impacts of industrialization and demographic development on natural resources often results in encroachment on wild regions that are the habitat for countless life forms. Thank...
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directed by Sylvain Braun, in Architects of Change, Season 1, Episode 6 (Montréal, QC: CinéFête, 2009), 53 mins
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Human beings play a key role with regard to the Earth's biodiversity and their lifestyles greatly influence the balance of ecosystems. The impacts of industrialization and demographic development on natural resources often results in encroachment on wild regions that are the habitat for countless life forms. Thankfully, there are those who have found ways of stimulating the economy while respecting the issues of biodiversity and avoiding the dest...
Human beings play a key role with regard to the Earth's biodiversity and their lifestyles greatly influence the balance of ecosystems. The impacts of industrialization and demographic development on natural resources often results in encroachment on wild regions that are the habitat for countless life forms. Thankfully, there are those who have found ways of stimulating the economy while respecting the issues of biodiversity and avoiding the destruction of ecosystems.
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Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Sven Eriksson
Author / Creator
Sylvain Braun
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
CinéFête
Series
Architects of Change
Speaker / Narrator
Sven Eriksson
Person Discussed
Wangari Muta Maathai, 1940-2011, Johanne Lalumière, Dener Giovanni
Topic / Theme
Biodiversity, Ecosystems
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 by Ciné Fête
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Arctic Meltdown Rising Seas
directed by Todd Southgate, fl. 1994-2017; produced by GPI Communications (San Francisco, CA: The Video Project, 2000), 32 mins
From the Alaska natives to the Marshall Islanders, the effects of melting glaciers and rising waters will eradicate their homes.
The Marshall Islands, with an average elevation of six feet above sea level, are among the most sensitive environments to long term climate change. Rising seas may force the people of th...
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directed by Todd Southgate, fl. 1994-2017; produced by GPI Communications (San Francisco, CA: The Video Project, 2000), 32 mins
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From the Alaska natives to the Marshall Islanders, the effects of melting glaciers and rising waters will eradicate their homes.
The Marshall Islands, with an average elevation of six feet above sea level, are among the most sensitive environments to long term climate change. Rising seas may force the people of these islands to flee.
Halfway around the world, another culture in a vastly different environment is also confronting the life-altering...
From the Alaska natives to the Marshall Islanders, the effects of melting glaciers and rising waters will eradicate their homes.
The Marshall Islands, with an average elevation of six feet above sea level, are among the most sensitive environments to long term climate change. Rising seas may force the people of these islands to flee.
Halfway around the world, another culture in a vastly different environment is also confronting the life-altering realities of a warming world - the Arctic. Part of these ice-bound lands will soon be submerged. Today, thawing glaciers, changing wildlife populations and thinning ice over once stable lands are rapidly destabilizing traditional ways of northern native life.
This film gives the viewer a first hand look at the human implications of global warming and helps us identify with populations who face the threat of becoming environmental refugees. We also hear the inspiring voices of those who are working constantly to minimize the impact of global warming, examine its causes, and encourage change.
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Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
GPI Communications, Lucy Clayton, fl. 2000
Author / Creator
Todd Southgate, fl. 1994-2017
Date Published / Released
2000
Publisher
The Video Project
Speaker / Narrator
Lucy Clayton, fl. 2000
Topic / Theme
Floods, Climate change mitigation, Ecosystems, Glaciers, Environmental impact analysis, Climate change, Yupik, Marshallese
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2012 Speciality Studios, The Video Project
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Australian Story, Part 1, Something In the Water: Part 1
directed by Trudy McRobert, fl. 2007; produced by Wendy Page, fl. 2000, in Australian Story, Part 1 (Ultimo, New South Wales: ABC Commercial, 2010), 29 mins
This program is about an unlikely alliance between a GP, a group of oyster farmers and a Sydney scientist. They banded together to investigate mysterious water quality issues in one of the most beautiful areas of Tasmania. Faced with what they saw as government indifference, local doctor Alison Bleaney and marine...
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directed by Trudy McRobert, fl. 2007; produced by Wendy Page, fl. 2000, in Australian Story, Part 1 (Ultimo, New South Wales: ABC Commercial, 2010), 29 mins
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This program is about an unlikely alliance between a GP, a group of oyster farmers and a Sydney scientist. They banded together to investigate mysterious water quality issues in one of the most beautiful areas of Tasmania. Faced with what they saw as government indifference, local doctor Alison Bleaney and marine ecologist Dr. Marcus Scammell spent tens of thousands of their own money. What they eventually found was the very opposite of what the...
This program is about an unlikely alliance between a GP, a group of oyster farmers and a Sydney scientist. They banded together to investigate mysterious water quality issues in one of the most beautiful areas of Tasmania. Faced with what they saw as government indifference, local doctor Alison Bleaney and marine ecologist Dr. Marcus Scammell spent tens of thousands of their own money. What they eventually found was the very opposite of what they expected.
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Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Wendy Page, fl. 2000
Author / Creator
Trudy McRobert, fl. 2007
Date Published / Released
2010
Publisher
ABC Commercial
Series
Australian Story
Topic / Theme
Aquatic ecology, Scientific research, Ecological integrity, Ecosystems, Cancer, Pollution prevention, Pollution, Pollutants, Clams, oysters and mussels, Australians
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2010 by ABC Commercial
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BeeMan
produced by Tim Scoones, fl. 1999 (District of Columbia: National Geographic, 1995), 27 mins
Some of his fellow scientists call him Mad Dog Roubik, a reputation David Roubik has earned for his ability to endure physical discomfort, a desired trait for anyone studying bees. Roubik's studies take him deep into the rain forest of Panama where, since 1979, he has been studying the effect of Africanized honeyb...
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produced by Tim Scoones, fl. 1999 (District of Columbia: National Geographic, 1995), 27 mins
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Some of his fellow scientists call him Mad Dog Roubik, a reputation David Roubik has earned for his ability to endure physical discomfort, a desired trait for anyone studying bees. Roubik's studies take him deep into the rain forest of Panama where, since 1979, he has been studying the effect of Africanized honeybees on the Panamanian environment. National Geographic Television cameras follow Roubik into the rain forest to collect colonies from t...
Some of his fellow scientists call him Mad Dog Roubik, a reputation David Roubik has earned for his ability to endure physical discomfort, a desired trait for anyone studying bees. Roubik's studies take him deep into the rain forest of Panama where, since 1979, he has been studying the effect of Africanized honeybees on the Panamanian environment. National Geographic Television cameras follow Roubik into the rain forest to collect colonies from the many species of bees that inhabit the area. Audiences learn the bees' honey-producing practices, foraging strategies, and defense tactics. Beeman will also explain how the "killer" bees are disrupting the biological order of the rain forest, and why Rubik feels they may pose a real threat to the ultimate survival of many of the natural inhabitants of the rain forest. Join with National Geographic for a visit to Panama and the scientist known as Beeman.
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Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Tim Scoones, fl. 1999, Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Date Published / Released
1995
Publisher
National Geographic
Speaker / Narrator
Michael Carroll, fl. 1993
Person Discussed
David Roubik, fl. 1965
Topic / Theme
Scientific research, Insects, Ecosystems, Animal ecology, Bees
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1995 by National Geographic
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Before the Flood
directed by Fisher Stevens, 1963-; produced by Trevor Davidoski, fl. 2010, Brett Ratner, 1969-, James Packer, 1967-, Jennifer Davisson, fl. 2008, Leonardo DiCaprio, 1974- and Fisher Stevens, 1963-, Appian Way, RatPac Documentary Films and National Geographic Film & Television (District of Columbia: National Geographic, 2016), 1 hour 35 mins
Follow Leonardo DiCaprio as he travels around the globe to witness first hand the devastating effects of climate change and what can be done to solve the climate crisis.
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directed by Fisher Stevens, 1963-; produced by Trevor Davidoski, fl. 2010, Brett Ratner, 1969-, James Packer, 1967-, Jennifer Davisson, fl. 2008, Leonardo DiCaprio, 1974- and Fisher Stevens, 1963-, Appian Way, RatPac Documentary Films and National Geographic Film & Television (District of Columbia: National Geographic, 2016), 1 hour 35 mins
Description
Follow Leonardo DiCaprio as he travels around the globe to witness first hand the devastating effects of climate change and what can be done to solve the climate crisis.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Trevor Davidoski, fl. 2010, Brett Ratner, 1969-, James Packer, 1967-, Jennifer Davisson, fl. 2008, Leonardo DiCaprio, 1974-, Fisher Stevens, 1963-, Appian Way, RatPac Documentary Films, National Geographic Film & Television
Author / Creator
Fisher Stevens, 1963-
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
National Geographic
Speaker / Narrator
Fisher Stevens, 1963-, Leonardo DiCaprio, 1974-
Topic / Theme
Environmental protection, Ecosystems, Greenhouse effect, Climate change, Travel
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2016 National Geographic
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Catalyst, Series 13, Episode 6, Coastal Flood Impact
presented by Ruben Meerman; produced by Geraldine McKenna, fl. 2011, in Catalyst, Series 13, Episode 6 (Ultimo, New South Wales: ABC Commercial, 2012), 7 mins
Catalyst investigates the impacts of South-East Queensland's 2011 floods on Moreton Bay. The Australian Rivers Institute's Professor Rod Connolly featured in the program, along with PhD students Paul Maxwell and Andrew Olds, to discuss the impacts of the floods on the corals, seagrass and dugongs of Moreton Bay.
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presented by Ruben Meerman; produced by Geraldine McKenna, fl. 2011, in Catalyst, Series 13, Episode 6 (Ultimo, New South Wales: ABC Commercial, 2012), 7 mins
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Catalyst investigates the impacts of South-East Queensland's 2011 floods on Moreton Bay. The Australian Rivers Institute's Professor Rod Connolly featured in the program, along with PhD students Paul Maxwell and Andrew Olds, to discuss the impacts of the floods on the corals, seagrass and dugongs of Moreton Bay.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Geraldine McKenna, fl. 2011, Ruben Meerman
Author / Creator
Ruben Meerman
Date Published / Released
2012
Publisher
ABC Commercial
Series
Catalyst
Speaker / Narrator
Ruben Meerman
Topic / Theme
Floods, Coral reefs and atolls, Sediment control, Mud and mudslides, Aquatic ecology, Ecosystems, Ecosystem management, Zooplankton, Grasses
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2012 by ABC Commercial
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The Gardeners of Eden, Part 1
directed by Geoff Dunlop, fl. 1989 (London, England: TVF International, 2005), 59 mins
Forget the Millennium dome: the Eden project is far and away the great success story of Britain’s millennium building programme. Visited by tourists from around the world, and a unique resource for botanists investigating a perfect, natural environment, it lives up to its name.
In Gardening at Eden we follow a...
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directed by Geoff Dunlop, fl. 1989 (London, England: TVF International, 2005), 59 mins
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Forget the Millennium dome: the Eden project is far and away the great success story of Britain’s millennium building programme. Visited by tourists from around the world, and a unique resource for botanists investigating a perfect, natural environment, it lives up to its name.
In Gardening at Eden we follow a team of 60 botanists, gardeners and architects as they manage the project and the visitors that enjoy it. In Tomorrow’s Eden we see t...
Forget the Millennium dome: the Eden project is far and away the great success story of Britain’s millennium building programme. Visited by tourists from around the world, and a unique resource for botanists investigating a perfect, natural environment, it lives up to its name.
In Gardening at Eden we follow a team of 60 botanists, gardeners and architects as they manage the project and the visitors that enjoy it. In Tomorrow’s Eden we see the impact of the project beyond its glass walls, exploring its role as a tourist attraction as well as a centre for ecological and scientific research. The programme will take us to locations around the world to find out whether Eden can save Thailand’s rainforest.
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Field of Study
Science
Content Type
Documentary
Author / Creator
Geoff Dunlop, fl. 1989
Date Published / Released
2005
Publisher
TVF International
Topic / Theme
Ecosystems, Science
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of TVF International.
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Green Matters, Eco-Tourism
produced by Paul Drane, fl. 1975 and Margaret Drane, fl. 1977-2018, World Wide Entertainment, in Green Matters (Wheeling, IL: Film Ideas, 2008), 21 mins
What a novel idea, getting up close and personal with plants, animals, and the environment and then leaving it just as it was found. Without impact, or damage! Sometimes that means bypassing that once-in-a-lifetime experience or forsaking the urge for a take-home souvenir. It’s important to remind ourselves that...
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produced by Paul Drane, fl. 1975 and Margaret Drane, fl. 1977-2018, World Wide Entertainment, in Green Matters (Wheeling, IL: Film Ideas, 2008), 21 mins
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What a novel idea, getting up close and personal with plants, animals, and the environment and then leaving it just as it was found. Without impact, or damage! Sometimes that means bypassing that once-in-a-lifetime experience or forsaking the urge for a take-home souvenir. It’s important to remind ourselves that we’re not alone in this world and to also understand, it’s not fair to treat the rest of the world as if we are all that matters.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Paul Drane, fl. 1975, Margaret Drane, fl. 1977-2018, World Wide Entertainment, Bruce Miles, fl. 2014
Date Published / Released
2008
Publisher
Film Ideas
Series
Green Matters
Speaker / Narrator
Bruce Miles, fl. 2014
Topic / Theme
Marine life, Ecosystems, Tourism industry, Fish and seafood
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2008 Film Ideas, Inc.
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Green Matters, Green Matters, Episode 24
produced by Nick Farrow, in Green Matters (Geelong, Victoria: Switch International, 2009), 22 mins
Italy Wind- More and more countries are establishing wind farms in a bid to stop temperatures rising. But in some areas tempers are rising as the mighty turbines draw their share of criticism. 120 km east of Naples, wind turbines pepper the skyline of the Appenini Mountains. Alone they are not going to eliminate I...
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produced by Nick Farrow, in Green Matters (Geelong, Victoria: Switch International, 2009), 22 mins
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Italy Wind- More and more countries are establishing wind farms in a bid to stop temperatures rising. But in some areas tempers are rising as the mighty turbines draw their share of criticism. 120 km east of Naples, wind turbines pepper the skyline of the Appenini Mountains. Alone they are not going to eliminate Italy’s carbon emissions, but they are a start. Orangutan Rescue- One of the most commonly used edible oils is palm oil. High in satur...
Italy Wind- More and more countries are establishing wind farms in a bid to stop temperatures rising. But in some areas tempers are rising as the mighty turbines draw their share of criticism. 120 km east of Naples, wind turbines pepper the skyline of the Appenini Mountains. Alone they are not going to eliminate Italy’s carbon emissions, but they are a start. Orangutan Rescue- One of the most commonly used edible oils is palm oil. High in saturated fat, it’s used in packaged food items from biscuits to ice cream, as well as soap, toothpaste and lipstick. It’s also used for Biodiesel. 83 per cent of the world’s palm oil is produced in Malaysia and Indonesia, where massive tracts of forest have been destroyed for palm plantations. Critics have dubbed the oil ‘deforestation diesel’. Mexico Recycling- With a population of almost 9 million people, Mexico City generates 12,000 tonnes of waste every day. To cope, the city has introduced new laws to encourage recycling, requiring residents and businesses to do their bit for the environment. Sixteen new trucks provide separate space for organic rubbish which is composted and non-organic waste, much of which can be recycled. Eco Furniture- More and more people are choosing to buy greener and ethically made products. In the United States, gaining popularity is sustainable furniture--made with non-toxic, renewable materials. Today's eco-styles have come a long way--modern, progressive and edgy with many consumers even willing to pay extra for furniture with a green label. Carbon Capture- The biggest single emitters of carbon are fossil fuels. Coal, oil and gas contribute to an estimated 80 percent of greenhouse gases every year. Industry, transport and private cars all play a part. But a large and steadily growing area is coal-powered electricity generation.
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Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Nick Farrow, Abbe Holmes
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Switch International
Series
Green Matters
Speaker / Narrator
Abbe Holmes
Topic / Theme
Fuel, Renewable natural resources, Recycling (Waste, etc.), Recycling industry, Ecosystems, Renewable energy sources
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 by Switch International
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