# Green Awards With The Environmental Media Association - Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2010/10/green-awards-with-the-environmental-media-association/ - Published: 2010-10-20T23:05:51-04:00 - Author: greenlivingguy ## 🌿 The Environmental Media Association Awards Rocked Hollywood ### Hollywood went green—and it rocked. The Environmental Media Association (EMA) Awards delivered a high-voltage celebration. One of sustainability, star power, and also impact. Held in Los Angeles, this event proved once again that entertainment and eco-advocacy can share the spotlight. ### A Red Carpet with a Green Mission For the EMA Awards were more than glitz and glamour. They were a call to action, thereby wrapped in red carpet elegance. Actors, musicians, producers, and environmental leaders all came together for one purpose—to honor the content and people changing the conversation on climate and conservation. From electric vehicles pulling up to organic menu options inside the venue, every detail was thoughtful. Sustainability wasn’t just a message—it was the method.   ### The Night’s Biggest Wins This year’s awards recognized the television shows, films, and individuals promoting environmental awareness in powerful ways. Some of the top honors went to: 1. TV shows that embedded sustainability into their storylines 2. Documentaries that pushed the climate conversation forward 3. Corporations making real shifts toward cleaner production 4. Celebrities using their platforms to amplify eco-conscious living The winners proved that entertainment doesn’t have to be wasteful—it can lead the charge toward a better world. ## Celebrities Who Walk the Talk The event was filled with familiar faces—and they weren’t just there for photos. Many of them are committed advocates for green living. ### Guests included: 1. Ed Begley Jr., one of the most consistent voices in environmental Hollywood 2. Amy Smart, actress and long-time EMA supporter 3. Emmanuelle Chriqui, who champions ocean health and zero waste 4. And many others who believe their voice can lead to real change They spoke about clean energy, electric vehicles, sustainable agriculture, and reducing waste both on and off screen. ### A Green Carpet, Not Just a Trend One of the standout moments of the night? The event’s eco-friendly production. Everything—from lighting to signage—was done sustainably: 1. Solar-powered lighting for parts of the venue 2. Composting stations and water refill stations to reduce waste 3. Organic, locally sourced food from green-certified caterers 4. Eco-friendly décor made from recycled or renewable materials Even the floral displays were certified sustainable and grown without harmful pesticides. It wasn’t performative. It was intentional environmental storytelling through every element. ### The EMA’s Bigger Mission The [Environmental Media](https://greenlivingguy.com/2021/12/environmental-media-harnessing-social-power/) Association isn’t just about awards. They work year-round to drive sustainability into pop culture. Their campaigns focus on: 1. Greening film and television sets 2. Encouraging celebrities to use their platforms for eco-advocacy 3. Partnering with brands to make [clean living](https://greenlivingguy.com/2022/10/why-clean-living-means-having-a-healthy-home-environment/) more accessible 4. Supporting youth education through school garden programs and green curriculum The EMA is changing how Hollywood talks about climate—and it’s working. ### What It All Means These awards matter because culture leads behavior. When our favorite shows and stars model green choices, people pay attention. We live in a media-driven world. By putting sustainability on screen and at center stage, the EMA helps drive real change in how we shop, vote, eat, and live. The takeaway from the night? You don’t need to be a celebrity to go green. Start with small steps. Support content that reflects your values. Choose products and brands that put the planet first. ### Final Thoughts The EMA Awards were more than a celebration—they were a reminder. A reminder that climate solutions can be cool, creative, and collaborative. And a reminder that we’re all part of the story. Because when Hollywood [goes green](https://greenlivingguy.com/2020/05/8-ways-students-can-save-the-environment/), the world watches—and hopefully follows. _One of the more enjoyable parts of the night was when a great singer, Kenny Loggins sang. The whole crowd (well mostly Table 63 and 60) sang along.  Table 63, [you know who you were](https://greenlivingguy.com/2014/12/christina-stevens-the-soul-seeker-experience/)!!_ ### Who I Met! Finally, I will also be adding more to this post over time so please check the celebrity names. However, to give you an idea of who I met and who was there: 1. **Jeff Skoll **(Philanthropist/Entrepreneur)** ** 2. [Ted Turner](https://greenlivingguy.com/2010/11/ted-turner-interview-insights-on-climate-change/)( [Media Mogul](https://greenlivingguy.com/2010/11/exclusive-interview-with-ted-turner-at-the-environmental-media-associati/)) 3. **Ed Begley Jr** ([Planet Green Star and Green revolutionary](https://greenlivingguy.com/2014/05/ed-begley-jr-and-green-living-guy-conversation-apple-podcast/)) 4. **Frances Fisher **(Titanic) 5. **James Cameron **(director, Avatar) and **Suzy Amis Cameron (they were AWESOME!)** 6. **Joanna Garcia** (Gossip Girl) 7. **Katrina Bowden** (TV’s 30 Rock) 8. **Mark-Paul Gosselaar **(TV’s Raising the Bar) 9. **Michaela Conlin **(TV’s Bones) 10. **Olivia Munn** (TV’s The Daily Show) – She was the co-host, and I met her later. She is the nicest, most diplomatic, and generous person I’ve met in a while! 11. and more! ### The winners for 2010 Environmental Media Awards are: #### Feature Film Avatar (20th Century Fox) James Cameron – _Director / Writer / Producer / Editor Jon Landau – _Producer_ Mauro Fiore – _Cinematographer_ James Horner – _Composer_ #### **Documentary** Gasland (HBO) [Josh Fox](https://greenlivingguy.com/2010/11/exclusive-josh-fox-interview-with-seth-leitman-and-aysia-wright-at-the-e/)– _Director / Writer / Producer_ Trish Adlesic – _Producer_ Molly Gandour – _Producer_ Matthew Sanchez – _Editor_ #### **Television Episodic Drama** Bones (FOX) Hart Hanson – _Creator_ Dean Lopata –_ Writer_ #### Television Episodic Comedy⏎ 30 Rock (NBC) Tina Fey – _Creator / Writer_ #### Reality Program Living with Ed (Planet Green) Ed Begley Jr. – _Protagonist _ Bud W. Brutsman_ – Executive Producer _ Joseph Brutsman – _Executive Producer_ #### Children’s Live Action Lights, Camera, Take Action! Backstage with Disney’s Friends for Change (Disney Channel) F. Michael Blum – _Director/Executive Producer_ Tracy Pion – _Director_ Lisa Poncino – _Producer_ Karen Inwood Somers – _Producer_ Anghel Decca- _Cinematographer_ Miriam Seger – _Production Designer_ #### Children’s Animated Handy Manny (Disney Channel) – I met the producer.. Nice guy!! Roger Bollen – _Creator/Executive Producer_ Marilyn Sadler – _Creator_ Rick Gitelson – _Executive Producer_