TEN YEARS STRONG, SPF25 SETS THE STAGE FOR THE NEXT ERA OF CLIMATE-FORWARD PRODUCTION
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November 19, 2025
Toronto, ON — The Sustainable Production Forum (SPF), the leading global conference advancing climate leadership across the creative industries, proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary on November 24, 2025, at the CBC Toronto Broadcast Centre.
This year’s theme—“The Ripple Effect”—spotlights the progress made and the urgent work still ahead, emphasizing how every decision creates meaningful impact in the journey toward a green creative economy.
“CBC/Radio-Canada's long-standing partnership with SPF is something I have taken great pride in over the last five years.
This conference is remarkable as it was the first to help the industry start to understand the importance of producing television and film content in a sustainable manner. Protecting the environment is a subject near and dear to me so it’s been inspiring to watch the public broadcaster take the lead on this critical issue within our industry.”
Barbara Williams, EVP, CBC English Services
This year’s Toronto event delivers major sector milestones: the launch of the 2025 Green Frame Progress Report, the rollout of the expanded DGC Materials Carbon Calculator, and an exclusive preview at a groundbreaking renewable-diesel case study on production of Amazon’s The Greatest. From clean-energy innovations to practical budgeting tools and new career pathways in the green creative economy, SPF25 packs the insights, training, activations and collaboration needed to accelerate real climate action and industry sector distinction across the entertainment landscape.
“Ontario Green Screen and Ontario Creates congratulates the Sustainable Production Forum on an incredible ten years of leadership in advancing sustainability within the creative industries. Over the past decade, SPF has been a driving force in fostering collaboration, innovation, and meaningful action toward a greener screen sector. Our partnership has been instrumental in amplifying these efforts, and together we’ve shown that environmental responsibility and creative excellence can thrive side by side. As we look ahead, we remain committed to building a future where every production contributes to a healthier planet—because a sustainable industry is not just possible, it’s essential.”
– Justin Cutler, Ontario Film Commissioner, Ontario Creates
Programming Highlights
Driving Change: Renewable Diesel in Production
A deep dive into renewable diesel adoption in film and television production, revealing how cleaner fuel alternatives are reducing emissions without compromising performance. Industry leaders share practical insights and proven strategies for integrating renewable diesel into transportation, generators, and equipment.
Green Frame: Our Progress and What Comes Next
The Green Frame coalition—including CBC/Radio-Canada, Telefilm Canada, the Canada Media Fund, the National Film Board, and other partners—returns to unveil The 2025 Green Frame Progress Report. The panel will assess national progress toward sustainability goals and identify next steps to deepen impact, scale up best practices, and ensure equity in Canada’s green transition.
Forging a Future: Careers in the Green Creative Economy
This session explores how sustainability and technology are reshaping creative career paths. Learn how unions, workforce coalitions, and training programs are building a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable creative economy.
Sustainable Leadership Meet & Greet Round Tables
A high-energy networking experience connecting producers, funders, innovators, and sustainability champions. Engage in structured meetups and freeform discussions designed to spark collaboration and creative climate action.
WORKSHOP: Greening Your Production: Planning and Budgeting for Sustainable Success
(Registration required)
A practical session on structuring budgets using Telefilm’s Sustainability Plan and template. Learn how to effectively position your project for funding while embedding sustainability as a creative and operational strength.
Mastering the DGC Materials Carbon Calculator: Precision for Every Project
Discover the expanded DGC Materials Carbon Calculator, a powerful tool for measuring embodied carbon in production materials. Learn from experts how data-driven insights can help departments reduce waste, embrace reuse, and track measurable emissions reductions.
Animating the Future: Writing Environmental Stories for Screen
(Registration required)
A creative workshop exploring how animation and screenwriting can integrate environmental storytelling to inspire audiences and imagine a sustainable world.
Tie-In Podcast
A special edition podcast episode.
Speakers Highlight
The 2025 Sustainable Production Forum features a dynamic lineup of industry leaders and innovators driving sustainable transformation in the creative industries:
Aaron Laslo | Urban Lumberjack, Founder, Urbanjacks
Akhaji Zakiya | Research Analyst, CMF
Amber Munro | Apprenticeship, Outreach & Equity Manager, DGC Ontario
Amy Desjarlais | Waabaakaakzhe zhaashkeezhgokwe Ojibway/Potowotomi from Wasauksing First Nation
Andrew Robinson, M.Sc., SPEC | Principal, Sustainability Strategy and Engagement, Green Spark Group
Brendan Selke | Sales Executive, Wholesale Sales, Suncor Energy Products Partnership
Chris Agoston | Producer/Line Producer on THE GREATEST
David Hardy | Chief Market Development Officer, Hone Inc.
Elisa Suppa | Manager, ESG & Sustainability, Telefilm Canada
Grant Heggie | Founder, Ready Set Recycle
Janine Heath | Line Producer / Production Manager & Sustainable Filmmaking Advocate, GreenLightPackage
Joe Madziak | Set Construction Supervisor & Sustainable Production Advocate
Jonathan Kok | Head of Sales and Operations for Southern Ontario, Stream Water
Justin Cutler | Ontario Film Commissioner, Ontario Creates
Lee Martin | Owner/President, Lanark Pure Country Country Springs
Lisa Clarkson | Executive Director, Business & Rights and Production Sustainability, CBC
Lindura & Dr. Toni Sappong | Co-founders, Plasticfree Toronto
Marcia Douglas | Executive Director, Bell Fund
Marian Wihak | Production Design/National DGC Art Caucus Rep/National DGC Green Co-Chair, Marian Wihak Design/DGC
Mark Angel | President, Krypton Rental Group Inc.
Mark Shapland | Associate Manager and Climate Lens Facilitator, Independent Production Fund
Marwa Siam-Abdou | National Outreach Manager, Directors Guild of Canada
Mary Anne Waterhouse |Producer, Quadrant Motion Pictures
Mary Bredin | Consultant Story and Climate, Green Tiger Consulting
Megan Guy | Senior Vice President, North American Operations, Cinespace Studios
Melanie Windle | Co-Founder & Executive Director, Sustainable Entertainment Society
Samantha Leigh, SPEC | Sustainability Consultant & Production Team Lead at Green Spark Group
Skye R. Regan | Writer/Producer, Play All Day Productions
Zena Harris | Founder & President, Green Spark Group
Visit the ReScene Lounge, a chill lounge and activation space celebrating circularity, created in collaboration with Wiseacre Rentals, Viking Recycling, Dufferin Gate, and Urban Jacks. Guests can also take part in the Fill It Forward activation, encouraging mindful reuse and positive environmental impact.
Complementing the experience is the Clean Energy Series, presented with the support of Krypton Rental Group, Driving Force, and Anton/Bauer—industry leaders helping to shape a more sustainable future.
Partners:
Green Spark Group, Telefilm Canada, CBC/Radio-Canada
Creative BC, Reel Green ™, Directors Guild Of Canada, BC District Council, Directors Guild of Canada - National, IATSE 891, Ontario Green Screen, City of Toronto, Canada Media Fund, Independent Production Fund
Bullfrog Power, Vancouver Film Studios, BC Environmental Film Festival, Consulate General of Switzerland, Audiovisual Producers Finland – APFI, Leverage Point Entertainment, Sustainable Entertainment Alliance, Green Sports Alliance, Small File Media Society, Rolling Green / On Tourne Vert, Fill it Forward, Bell Fund, ReScene, Urbanjacks ™, Canadian Media Producers Association, ReScene, Region of Durham|Invest Durham
The Sustainable Act, The Tie-In
Capilano University, Canadian Film Centre (CFC), Humber Polytechnic, Crazy8s Film Society, British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), Durham College, Vancouver Film School, LaSalle College Vancouver, Emily Carr University of Art + Design
Astra Medicare, Driving Force, Jexcar, Krypton Rental Group, Anton/Bauer, Stream Water, Muuse
The Earth Group, Keep It Green Recycling, Killer Greens, Greenscape Design & Décor Inc., Bespoke Decor, Gold Soda, Bon Macaron Patisserie, Elysian Coffee Roasters, Faculty Brewing, Lost Craft Brewery, Local Spirit Distilling Co, Vert Casse-Croûte, Steam Whistle Brewing
About SES
The Sustainable Entertainment Society (SES), is a Canadian non-profit organization with the mission to accelerate sustainable development through culture, arts, and entertainment.
Media Contact
Melanie Windle
Co-Founder, Executive Director, Sustainable Entertainment Society
melanie.windle@sustainableproductionforum.com