The Tribeca Film Festival may not be sustainable throughout its two-week-long stint in the city, but it made a minimal impact on April 25. Following are some of the ways it went green on opening night.
• All large signs were printed on biodegradable fabric instead of vinyl, using soy and corn-based inks.
• The Red Carpet was made of organic, completely biodegradable fabrics.
• The generators were powered with bio-diesel fuel.
• Remaining carbon emissions were offset by the purchase of carbon credits.
• The furniture at the after party was sustainably made.
• The food came from local, free-range, organic farmers, and was served on reusable or biodegradable platters, along with utensils and glasses. Excess food was given to shelters.
