'The Internet Indians' is part of the documentary series by Al Jazeera called 'The Fight for Amazonia'. This interesting documentary tells an usual story where a small tribe near the border of Peru and Brazil is resisting illegal logging by the means of using the internet.
There is a lot at stake. Every year an area of 2 million hectares is destroyed in the Amazon. The Amazon rainforest is the largest in the world and home to most land species on the planet.
The Ashaninka tribe has giving up fighting the logging companies with bows and arrows and found that, since their villages have been connected to the internet, they can oppose much more effectively the ongoing destruction of the forests.
Watch the full film here...
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Film tip 'Earthrise'
Earthrise is a series of short documentaries by Al Jazeera which explores positive solutions to the environmental challenges of today.
While most other environmental films would highlight what goes wrong in the world, these films attempt the opposite by looking at innovative ecological, technical, social or design solutions which help to save the environment. From revolutionary recycling products, farming without pesticides or collecting waste oil, Earthrise looks at the positive achievements which are often overlooked. Many examples not only benefit nature but also also the local population.
Here you can watch one of the short films which looks at the issue of mountain top removal where hilltops are blown up with dynamite in order to extract oil. What is left is a wasteland. But a project in the US shows how these barren areas can be re-transformed into greening forests.
For plenty more positive examples of green initiatives and developments visit the Earthrise website.
While most other environmental films would highlight what goes wrong in the world, these films attempt the opposite by looking at innovative ecological, technical, social or design solutions which help to save the environment. From revolutionary recycling products, farming without pesticides or collecting waste oil, Earthrise looks at the positive achievements which are often overlooked. Many examples not only benefit nature but also also the local population.
Here you can watch one of the short films which looks at the issue of mountain top removal where hilltops are blown up with dynamite in order to extract oil. What is left is a wasteland. But a project in the US shows how these barren areas can be re-transformed into greening forests.
For plenty more positive examples of green initiatives and developments visit the Earthrise website.
Film tip 'Years of Living Dangerously'
This is the first part of a documentary series about human stories connected to climate change. The well produced film features celebrities such as Don Cheadle and Harrison Ford.
We learn about droughts in Texas USA and how believe systems can be challenged by science about climate change. Another trip takes us to the depth of the Indonesian rainforests where even national parks are not safe from incredibly fast and ruthless deforestation for palm oil. And journalist Thomas L. Friedman tries to find out how climate change has provoked the revolution in Syria.
And interesting watch, addressing some important issues around climate change from an unusual perspective.
We learn about droughts in Texas USA and how believe systems can be challenged by science about climate change. Another trip takes us to the depth of the Indonesian rainforests where even national parks are not safe from incredibly fast and ruthless deforestation for palm oil. And journalist Thomas L. Friedman tries to find out how climate change has provoked the revolution in Syria.
And interesting watch, addressing some important issues around climate change from an unusual perspective.
Film tip ´The Sixth Extinction`
Never before in the history of the planet have species been disappearing on such a rapid rate. Today extinction of species is about 1000 to 10.000 the so called natural extinction rate.
This documentary addresses this important environmental and biodiversity crisis which is already having a significant impact on the life on this planet. Climate change, destruction of rainforests, pollution and overfishing are some of the issues which cause the problem.
Find out more in our new film tip...
More info on extinction of species for example can be found on the WWF website.
This documentary addresses this important environmental and biodiversity crisis which is already having a significant impact on the life on this planet. Climate change, destruction of rainforests, pollution and overfishing are some of the issues which cause the problem.
Find out more in our new film tip...
More info on extinction of species for example can be found on the WWF website.
Film tip 'Brazil: The Amazon's Golden Curse'
The price of gold has reached record levels. As a result more illegal miners push deeper and deeper into the Amazon rainforest.
The minework does not only have an environmental impact causing deforestation and pollution but has a devastating impact on indigenous communities.
Their ancient traditions are washed away rapidly by the western influences the miners bring with them. Moreover it causes a serious increase in malaria and other diseases which before had only very little or no impact on the tribes.
Find out more and watch the film here...
Here you can read more about the impact of gold mining on the Amazon rainforest.
The minework does not only have an environmental impact causing deforestation and pollution but has a devastating impact on indigenous communities.
Their ancient traditions are washed away rapidly by the western influences the miners bring with them. Moreover it causes a serious increase in malaria and other diseases which before had only very little or no impact on the tribes.
Find out more and watch the film here...
Here you can read more about the impact of gold mining on the Amazon rainforest.
Film tip 'Witness Green Death of the Forest'
Indonesia has the highest deforestation rate worldwide.
Shot by a single person, this documentary almost poetically illustrates the impact on Orang Utans in Indonesia. The film works without a narration giving unusual and deep insight through its imagery.
Shot by a single person, this documentary almost poetically illustrates the impact on Orang Utans in Indonesia. The film works without a narration giving unusual and deep insight through its imagery.
Film tip 'Planet in Peril'
Planet in Peril is an important documentary which makes the connection between different threats to the planet. Forest destruction, endangered species, poverty, climate change and more issues are covered in this four hour documentary which is available in two parts.
From the illegal wildlife trade in Thailand to oil exploitation in the Niger Delta, the film covers a variety of locations including Alaska, Brazil, Madagasgar, Yellowstone Park and more.
An interesting watch which gives a good overview of some of the major issues which threaten the future of the planet and its inhabitants.
Watch the first part here...
Watch the second part here.
From the illegal wildlife trade in Thailand to oil exploitation in the Niger Delta, the film covers a variety of locations including Alaska, Brazil, Madagasgar, Yellowstone Park and more.
An interesting watch which gives a good overview of some of the major issues which threaten the future of the planet and its inhabitants.
Watch the first part here...
Watch the second part here.
Film tip 'Appetite for Destruction: China's Trade in Illegal Timber"
China is the world's biggest timber trader. Unfortunately this includes many sources from illegal logging to meet the ever rising demand.
Since years the Environmental Investigation Agency worked on a report about China's activities and captured revealing footage. While China is not the only example, illegal logging is a major threat to the world's forests and wildlife.
Watch the film here...
Appetite for Destruction: China's trade in illegal timber from EIA on Vimeo.
Since years the Environmental Investigation Agency worked on a report about China's activities and captured revealing footage. While China is not the only example, illegal logging is a major threat to the world's forests and wildlife.
Watch the film here...
Appetite for Destruction: China's trade in illegal timber from EIA on Vimeo.
Film tip 'The Crying Forest'
The Crying Forest is the touching story of Amazon rainforest activist Ze Claudio Ribeiro da Silva and his wife Maria. In their fight to protect the forests they paid the ultimate price.
An insightful and emotional story which sheds a light on how difficult it is for locals to resist the ongoing destruction of ancient forests for logging and cattle ranches. Since 1996 an average of 12 activists a year have been murdered.
Watch the full film here.
An insightful and emotional story which sheds a light on how difficult it is for locals to resist the ongoing destruction of ancient forests for logging and cattle ranches. Since 1996 an average of 12 activists a year have been murdered.
Watch the full film here.
Film Tip 'Panama: Village of the damned'
Another strong case study, this time about the impact of megadams on indigenous communities in Panama.
Panama has the fastest growing econmomy in South America and has currently more than 50 dam projects on the drawing board.
By law the government has to consult local communities before giving the green light to projects which litereally washes away their villages. However this never happened and any protest is forcefuly oppressed.
The hydro-energy projects affect not only countless of communities but also endangered species and wildlife.
Watch the full film here...
You can sign a petition to help protect the Ngobe Rainforest here at the Rainforest Rescue website.
Panama has the fastest growing econmomy in South America and has currently more than 50 dam projects on the drawing board.
By law the government has to consult local communities before giving the green light to projects which litereally washes away their villages. However this never happened and any protest is forcefuly oppressed.
The hydro-energy projects affect not only countless of communities but also endangered species and wildlife.
Watch the full film here...
You can sign a petition to help protect the Ngobe Rainforest here at the Rainforest Rescue website.
Film tip 'Julia Butterfly Hill - Adventures in Treesitting'
This is the amazing story of Julia Butterfly Hill who spent more than two years on a giant tree without touching the ground.
The tree she lived on is more than a thousand years old and 50 metres high. This and other ancient Redwood trees was meant to be cut down by the local logging industry in California USA.
Julia's determination to withhold storms, cold and pressure by the logging company inspired countless activists around the world to this very day. Julia spent an incredible 738 days on top of the tree she named 'Luna'. Witness a truly fascinating adventure of activism.
Watch the film in parts on youtube. You can watch the first part here...
Visit Julia Butterfly's website here.
The tree she lived on is more than a thousand years old and 50 metres high. This and other ancient Redwood trees was meant to be cut down by the local logging industry in California USA.
Julia's determination to withhold storms, cold and pressure by the logging company inspired countless activists around the world to this very day. Julia spent an incredible 738 days on top of the tree she named 'Luna'. Witness a truly fascinating adventure of activism.
Watch the film in parts on youtube. You can watch the first part here...
Visit Julia Butterfly's website here.
Film tip ' Sustainability Lie'
As oil prices are soaring biofuels are praised as the new environmentally friendly option. But what's behind the green image?
Indonesia is the world's hot spot for palm oil production which is then used to make biofuel. Every day rainforest is burned down or clear cut to make place for massive palm oil plantages. Also many indigenous people are forced to leave their ancient homelands. As a result Indonesia has the highest deforastation rate worldwide.
But despite the devastating impact on the environment, palm oil production is officially labeled as being 'sustainable'.
Inge Altmeier, the director of the German film company 'Global Film', produced a 12 minute documentary exploring the reality of palm oil production in precious terrains of Indonesia.
We also recommend to have a look at the website of the German organisation Rainforest Rescue. Their online petitions are an easy and effective way to take action for the world's forests.
'Sustainability Lie' the movie
Indonesia is the world's hot spot for palm oil production which is then used to make biofuel. Every day rainforest is burned down or clear cut to make place for massive palm oil plantages. Also many indigenous people are forced to leave their ancient homelands. As a result Indonesia has the highest deforastation rate worldwide.
But despite the devastating impact on the environment, palm oil production is officially labeled as being 'sustainable'.
Inge Altmeier, the director of the German film company 'Global Film', produced a 12 minute documentary exploring the reality of palm oil production in precious terrains of Indonesia.
We also recommend to have a look at the website of the German organisation Rainforest Rescue. Their online petitions are an easy and effective way to take action for the world's forests.
'Sustainability Lie' the movie
Film tip '11th hour'
The '11th hour' is a documentary created, produced and narrated by an actor Leonardo DiCaprio in 2007.
With contributions from over 50 politicians, scientists, and environmental activists, including former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, physicist Stephen Hawking, Noble price winner Wangari Maathai, and journalist Paul Hawken, the film documents the grave problems facing the planet's life systems. Global warming, deforestation, mass species extinction, and depletion of the oceans' habitats are all addressed. The film's premise is that the future of humanity is in jeopardy.
With contributions from over 50 politicians, scientists, and environmental activists, including former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, physicist Stephen Hawking, Noble price winner Wangari Maathai, and journalist Paul Hawken, the film documents the grave problems facing the planet's life systems. Global warming, deforestation, mass species extinction, and depletion of the oceans' habitats are all addressed. The film's premise is that the future of humanity is in jeopardy.
But apart of showing the dramatic facts about our current situation the film offers potential solutions to these problems by calling for restorative action by the reshaping and rethinking of global human activity through technology, social responsibility and conservation.
The trailer
You can watch the whole the film here
Find out more on activism projects on the website connected with this movie:
Film tip ' Green'
Film Tip 'Taking Root'
Can planting trees change the political system and lead to a Nobel Peace Prize? The answer is yes.
Wangari Mathai, also know as the 'Tree Mother', started a women's movement of simple planting trees in deforestated terrains in Kenya. This soon became a strong civil initiative, leading to deep transformation withing Kenia's political and social system.
Being colonized by Britain, Kenya was under their regime. Planting trees became a foundation, called 'The Green Belt Movement'. It brought back freedom to citizens of this country and made protection of environment a political responsibility.
The powerful story of life and commitment of Wangari Mathai is an example of a struggle towards a true democracy and saving both the environment and traditional communities.
See the trailer
A full version of the film is not accesible online but you can purchase it through the website:
takingrootfilm.com
To find out more about Wangari Mathai's work, life, books and Greenbelt Movement visit:
greenbeltmovement.org
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Wangari Mathai, also know as the 'Tree Mother', started a women's movement of simple planting trees in deforestated terrains in Kenya. This soon became a strong civil initiative, leading to deep transformation withing Kenia's political and social system.
Being colonized by Britain, Kenya was under their regime. Planting trees became a foundation, called 'The Green Belt Movement'. It brought back freedom to citizens of this country and made protection of environment a political responsibility.
The powerful story of life and commitment of Wangari Mathai is an example of a struggle towards a true democracy and saving both the environment and traditional communities.
See the trailer
A full version of the film is not accesible online but you can purchase it through the website:
takingrootfilm.com
To find out more about Wangari Mathai's work, life, books and Greenbelt Movement visit:
greenbeltmovement.org
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Film Tip - ''Last Yoik in Saami Forest''
The drama of cutting down ancient forests is not only an Amazonian or African issue.
The Saami tribe are the indigenous people of Lapland, in Northern Finland. They are facing logging companies destroying their "sacred" trees and the habitats of thousands of reindeers.
Many of the trees are more than 500 years old. They end up as pulp for paper production or railway ties.
The community can't continue their old tradition of reindeer herding and their peaceful way of life.
The longlasting conflict between the indigenous people, logging companies and the government continues even after Greenpeace set up a Forest Rescue Station in area of Inari.The local reindeer herders complained to the UN Human rights commission with result of apeal to Finish government to stop this procedure in some of the disputed areas.
Yoik is a traditional and beautiful way of singing of the Saami people. Will this tradition last with all others which belong to this tribe? Will the reindeers and one of the most old forests of northen pines in the world be saved?
See the first part of film:
In case of any trouble with viewing next part click the link below
Last Yoik in Saami Forest part 2
To find the other parts of film check out the window with related videos on the right side.
For more informations and videos made by people connected with the community visit the website:
elonmerkki.net
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The Saami tribe are the indigenous people of Lapland, in Northern Finland. They are facing logging companies destroying their "sacred" trees and the habitats of thousands of reindeers.
Many of the trees are more than 500 years old. They end up as pulp for paper production or railway ties.
The community can't continue their old tradition of reindeer herding and their peaceful way of life.
The longlasting conflict between the indigenous people, logging companies and the government continues even after Greenpeace set up a Forest Rescue Station in area of Inari.The local reindeer herders complained to the UN Human rights commission with result of apeal to Finish government to stop this procedure in some of the disputed areas.
Yoik is a traditional and beautiful way of singing of the Saami people. Will this tradition last with all others which belong to this tribe? Will the reindeers and one of the most old forests of northen pines in the world be saved?
See the first part of film:
In case of any trouble with viewing next part click the link below
Last Yoik in Saami Forest part 2
To find the other parts of film check out the window with related videos on the right side.
For more informations and videos made by people connected with the community visit the website:
elonmerkki.net
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Film Tip - ''Carving Up the Congo''
Forest destruction is one of the biggest environmental disasters on the planet. Ancient trees, several hundreds of years old are lost forever and with it millions of species, while many still undiscovered. Also the local community is suffering, like here in the Democratic Republic of congo, which is home to the second largest rainforest in the world. Most of the timber ends up on the european market, perhaps wasted on construction places or as toilet paper.
Enjoy this well made film and please buy recycling paper or at least products with the FSC label, to support sustainable harvested forests.
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Enjoy this well made film and please buy recycling paper or at least products with the FSC label, to support sustainable harvested forests.
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