D’A – Barcelona Film Festival Takes A Step Forward In Sustainability

D’A Barcelona Film Festival reaffirms its commitment to sustainability! Our festival has been recognized by A Greener Future (AGF) with the Improvers certification, a distinction that motivates us to keep moving towards a more environmentally responsible event.

A Greener Future is one of Europe’s leading promoters encouraging festivals to publicly undergo a thorough analysis of their environmental impact. D’A is among the 40 European festivals (music, theater, cinema, etc.) selected and awarded the AGF star.

We have achieved this for the second consecutive year thanks to a detailed plan and an awareness effort across our entire team: communication, consciousness, and rigor. The filmmakers who visit us have also been part of this commitment to the future. In fact, at the D’A Film Lab, where the future of cinema takes shape, developing projects receive workshops and guides to make it clear: making a more sustainable film production is possible. Yes. We have the resources, the talent, and the determination.

Transitioning to a Green Screen

We take our “Improvers” status seriously. It means we are already on the right path, but more importantly, we must set new goals to continue improving. Reducing single-use materials, promoting public transportation, and using renewable energy are just some of the measures we are implementing to transform the festival into a truly sustainable cultural experience. After all, the D’A Barcelona Film Festival is not just a celebration of auteur cinema but also a platform for change.

  • No official cars. We encourage train travel for guests whenever possible, and airport transfers are made with electric taxis.
  • 100% green vehicle messaging services.
  • All packaging is recyclable and reusable.
  • Sustainable, recyclable merchandise from local companies.
  • Reduced impact from printed materials and signage. Less material use.
  • Local and proximity suppliers applying sustainability criteria.
  • Efficient energy use and promotion of renewable energy.
  • Proximity: venues within walking distance and promotion of public transport with agreements with RENFE and TMB.
  • Internal communication, avoiding unnecessary emails.
  • Increase in online ticket sales.
  • Catering from local companies with environmental criteria.
  • Diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusivity as core values.

By promoting these measures, we aim to foster a sustainability culture among our audience and participating entities. We count on the contribution of the festival audience to achieve a greener future. Help us make it happen!

Destination: a Carbon-Neutral D’A. A #DAsostenible.