Panel discussion with:
- Kirstie Shirra, Sustainability Consultant, BAFTA Albert.
- Laura Mitchell, Series Producer, 成人快手 Landward.
- Dougie Vipond, Presenter, 成人快手 Landward.
- Marion Maclean, Production Manager, Mactv.
- Judith Ralston, 成人快手 Scotland.
Kirstie Shirra, chair of BAFTA albert鈥檚 Biodiversity Working Group, has developed a Biodiversity Guide for Productions to help the industry make positive impacts on the natural world. She emphasized that declining biodiversity increases vulnerability to climate shocks, while healthy ecosystems can aid carbon storage. By encouraging productions to consider their biodiversity impacts, she sees an opportunity to support nature recovery and achieve climate goals, regardless of genre.
成人快手 Scotland鈥檚 Landward, produced for nearly fifty years, highlights Scotland鈥檚 nature and countryside, covering both rural and urban intersections. Series Producer Laura Mitchell and Presenter Dougie Vipond have documented the effects of climate change and biodiversity decline, showcasing innovative local approaches to biodiversity recovery.
Mactv, the largest independent production company in the Highlands and Islands, creates content for various broadcasters, including 成人快手 ALBA. Marion Maclean discussed the lessons learned and the nuances of storytelling about Scotland鈥檚 nature and biodiversity through their popular shows.