Highlights from the 22nd Environmental Media Awards

In case any of you are not signed up for the Environmental Media Association’s newsletter, here are some highlights from the 22nd annual awards ceremony held recently.

(Reposted from ema-online.org)

“The EMA Awards continues to be one of the most sustainable and eco-friendly events in Hollywood. The 2012 Environmental Media Awards green initiatives included the following to create a Zero Waste Event:

• Compostable serviceware and reusable glassware
• Recycling system with color coded bins for paper, plastic, foil, glass, and cardboard
• Chef stations used local, seasonal and organic food whenever possible
• Leftover food was donated to homeless shelters via the Greater West Hollywood Food Coalition
• Green fashion worn by presenters and guests alike
• Special Toyota hybrid lane valet for hybrid, electric and alternative fuel vehicles

2012 EMA Award Winners

Feature Film
Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax (Universal Pictures)

Documentary Film
Chasing Ice (Submarine Deluxe)

Television Episodic Drama
Dallas: “Changing of the Guard” (TNT)

Television Episodic Comedy
Veep: “Frozen Yoghurt” (HBO)

Reality Program
Superfish: Bluefin Tuna (National Geographic Channel)

Children’s Television
Handy Manny: “Beach Clean Up” (Disney Channel)

Digital Content
Don Cheadle is Captain Planet