OUR PROJECTS TIMELINE
1984: Founding: Established by the United Nations Environment Programme, WWF-UK, and Central Independent Television (now part of ITV). Initial Focus: Producing high-quality documentaries and films highlighting environmental issues.
1985-1994: Earth Report/Earth Reporters: Launched a flagship series covering global environmental news and solutions. Life/Life on the Edge: Another long-running series exploring the impacts of globalization on the environment. Regional series: Produced programs for audiences in Africa and Latin America.
1995-2004: Expanding reach: Began collaborating with more international partners and filmmakers. Theme-based projects: Focused on specific issues like sustainable agriculture, biodiversity loss, and climate change. Hands On series: Created practical resources and tutorials for viewers to take action for the environment.
2005-2014: Digital shift: Embraced new media platforms like YouTube and online documentaries. Young filmmakers initiative: Supported the next generation of environmental storytellers. Africa World Cup films: Produced a series of short films about sustainability around the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.
2015-2023: Continuing impact: Produced documentaries and films on themes like ocean conservation, renewable energy, and food security. Partnership projects: Collaborated with organizations like UNEP, IUCN, and WWF on various environmental campaigns. Educational resources: Developed educational materials based on their films and documentaries for schools and communities.
2024 and beyond: Emerging technologies: Exploring the use of virtual reality and other immersive technologies to connect viewers with environmental challenges.
Global solutions: Focusing on stories that showcase successful environmental initiatives and inspire action across borders.
Community engagement: Increasing opportunities for audience interaction and participation in environmental action.