Seoul International Eco Film Festival
June 5th | June 9th 2024
21st Edition
Established in 2004, the Seoul International Eco Film Festival (SIEFF) is an annual event held in time with World Environment Day – June 5. Through cinema, one of the most popular forms of culture,
we seek to approach and acknowledge environmental issues that everyone considers important but still feel difficult, and to put into practice in our daily lives. The SIEFF has been an active member of the Green Film Network (GFN), an international association of environmental film festivals.
Making strides toward a sustainable world through cinema, the SIEFF seeks to hold discourse on the coexistence of humanity and nature and foster the younger generation, who would play major roles in the future, to become green leaders.
As Asia’s biggest and one of the world’s three most prestigious environmental film festivals, the SIEFF will be held every year in June.
Eco Film Festival Guide
To fully enjoy the Festival
<Checklist for a sustainable Festival>
1. Energy
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Use natural light as much as possible, and turn off the power when equipment and lighting are not in use.
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Reduce carbon footprint with digital film delivery and digital screening.
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Encourage the use of public transportation and walking.
2. Productions
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Use electronic documents and reduce unnecessary printed materials and productions.
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Opt for FSC-certified recycled paper and double-sided printing.
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Carefully consider the frequency of use from the planning stage.
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Save, reuse, and recycle by keeping records.
3. Waste
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Use existing items first to prevent unnecessary purchases.
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Minimize the environmental impact of disposal by opting for eco-friendly materials.
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Increase recycling rates by placing recycling bins in conspicuous places.
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Avoid making merchandise and upcycle the by-products.
4. Rights
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All staff members treat each other fairly and with respect.
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Guarantee rest breaks for Greenteers, volunteers of the SIEFF.
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Include vegetarian meals for the staff.
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Make a festival enjoyable for people from every background.
5. Education
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Foster green leaders who will lead the future by associating with environmental education programs.
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Provide equal access to environmental education for the younger generation across the country.
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Offer festival members education about the environment, gender equality, and cultural diversity.
Rules & Terms.
+ Submission Deadline
SIEFF is part of the Green Film Network. (GFN) is an international organization of film festivals that focus on environmental issues. The GFN promotes exchange, communication and collaboration regarding environmental issues via film. Its goal is to create a network that raises and promotes environmental awareness.
Green Film Network
