The 35th FilmFestival Cottbus has been awarded the Green Events Seal at the “Medium” level. The certificate was issued on xxxx and confirms the continuous development of sustainable structures within the festival organization.
The award is part of the ongoing certification process with Green Events Hamburg, aiming to systematically strengthen and anchor ecological and social standards in the long term. Achieving the “Medium” level recognizes both the measures already implemented and the festival’s ongoing commitment to responsible event management.
Sustainability is an integral part of the FilmFestival Cottbus identity. From regional partnerships and resource-efficient production methods to fair working conditions, the festival pursues a holistic approach that connects ecological, social, and economic responsibility.
Receiving the certification marks an important milestone while also providing motivation for further development. The festival remains committed to continuously expanding its sustainability strategy and making future editions even more environmentally friendly.
About Green Events:
The Green Events Network is Germany’s first multi-level certification system specifically designed for events and adaptable to different types and scales of event formats.
The certification is based on the Green Events catalogue of measures, a clear and practical management tool developed through a unique participatory process involving more than one hundred stakeholders from academia, politics, the event industry, and civil society.
The aim of the Green Events Seal is to provide optimal support on the path toward more sustainable events and to communicate this ongoing process transparently. It reflects the current status and defines concrete, practice-oriented goals – ranging from easily achievable measures to more ambitious targets. Suitable indicators help make progress and achievements visible.