Actress and activist Laura Dern is being recognized for her environmental activism at the forthcoming 33rd Environmental Media Association Awards Gala in Los Angeles.
The Environmental Media Association (EMA) has announced actress and activist Laura Dern will be the honoree at the 33rd EMA Awards Gala. The event, which celebrates achievements in environmental advocacy within the entertainment industry, is set to take place on January 27th, 2024 in Los Angeles, with EMA Executive Co-Chair Lance Bass hosting the gala.
The EMA, a nonprofit organization, has been a significant force in bringing together leaders from the entertainment, finance, technology, and environmental sectors to promote sustainable practices and environmental progress. Recent recipients include Billie Eilish and her mother, Maggie Baird.
Dern, a recipient of multiple prestigious awards including an Academy Award and a BAFTA, is being recognized for her remarkable efforts in environmental activism. Notably, she played a pivotal role in “Common Ground,” a documentary nominated by EMA and winner at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival. This film, featuring Jason Momoa and Woody Harrelson, among others, addresses the significant issues plaguing our food systems. Dern’s involvement in the sequel to “Kiss the Ground” further highlights her dedication to promoting sustainable agriculture and tackling climate change.
“I’m deeply honored to receive this award from The Environmental Media Association and to be acknowledged alongside esteemed eco-warriors in the industry that have paved the way,” Dern said in a statement. “I am eager to continue doing my part and storytelling through art to create a safer planet for our children.”
The EMA Awards Gala not only honors individuals like Dern but also recognizes television and film productions that exemplify sustainable practices and advocate for environmental justice. Netflix leads this year’s nominations with seven nods. In addition to the awards, EMA has acknowledged the contribution of 318 productions with EMA Green Seals for adhering to its sustainability standards. The event will also feature international DJ Samantha Ronson, adding a musical element to the evening.
EMA CEO Debbie Levin shared her thoughts on the occasion: “As we enter this new year, the EMA Awards Gala continues to serve as a catalyst, uniting the industry behind a larger mission. After a difficult but essential shift in our industry, we’re excited to bring the focus back and highlight those who’ve worked endlessly to save our planet. We are always inspired by the vision and creative approach storytellers bring that helps to visualize a sustainable future for our planet. We look forward to the year ahead by recognizing our collective commitment to a greener purpose. Together we can shape positive change in our community and create a sustainable future for all.”
The full list of EMA 2023 nominees
Feature Film
- Glass Onion “A Knives Out Mystery” – NETFLIX
- White Noise – NETFLIX
- Avatar “The Way of Water”– Walt Disney Studios / Lightstorm Entertainment
Paul Junger Witt Comedy Award
- Unstable “Unstable” – NETFLIX
- Mulligan “Opening Day” – NETFLIX
- Poker Face “The Stall” – Peacock, T-Street, MRC Television, Animal Pictures
Documentary Film
- Deep Rising – The Film Collaborative
- Common Ground – Big Picture Ranch
- From Devil’s Breath – MSNBC Films, TIME Studios, Day Zero Productions, Sugar23, Mainstay, P&G Studios, Grain Media, Appian Way
Documentary Series
- Frozen Planet II “Frozen Worlds”– A BBC, Discovery Channel, Antena 3 Television S.A., ZDF, Skai, Open University co-production in association with Discovery Canada for BBC America
- Down to Earth with Zac Efron “Eco Innovators” – NETFLIX
- Downey’s Dream Cars “Electric Stingray”– Max in association with Boat Rocker’s Matador Content and Team Downey
Reality Television
- Queer Eye “Sowing the Seeds” – NETFLIX
- The Reluctant Traveler “South Africa” – APPLE TV+
- What Am I Eating? With Zooey Deschanel “Stop Ghosting Greens” – HBO | Max (Warner Bros. Discovery)
- The Big Brunch “Farm to Table Brunch” – HBO | Max (Warner Bros. Discovery)
Variety Television
- A Black Lady Sketch Show “Pre Ph.D, Based on a Novel by Sapphire” – HBO in association with For Better or Words, Inc., Hoorae, 3 Arts Entertainment and Jax Media
- Monumental “Ellie Goulding at Kew Gardens” – Amazon Studios, Freevee
- The Talk “Earth Day” – CBS/Paramount Global
Television Episodic Drama
- Extrapolations “Whale Fall” – APPLE TV+
- The Last of Us “When You’re Lost in the Darkness”– HBO in association with Sony Pictures Television Studios, PlayStation Productions, Word Games, The Mighty Mint, and Naughty Dog
Children’s Television
- Spirit Rangers “Water Protectors” – NETFLIX
- We Baby Bears “Rexford’s Nectar” – Cartoon Network Studios
- Jane “Apis Mellifera” – Sinking Ship Entertainment in association with Apple
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