2013 EMA Awards: Celebrating Environmental Storytelling in Hollywood
On October 19, 2013, the 23rd Annual Environmental Media Association Awards took place at Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California. Sponsored by Toyota and Lexus, the event honored individuals and productions that brought environmental issues to the forefront through media.
Honoring Environmental Champions
The evening recognized several notable figures:
- Matt Damon received the EMA Board of Directors Ongoing Commitment Award for his work with Water.org, aiming to provide sustainable water solutions globally.
- Bill McKibben, founder of 350.org, was honored with the EMA Lifetime Achievement Award for his activism against fossil fuel dependence.
- Hayden Panettiere accepted the EMA Futures Award for her advocacy with the Whaleman Foundation, focusing on marine conservation.
- Anna Getty was presented with the EMA Green Parent Award for promoting eco-friendly parenting practices.
- The Screen Actors Guild Awards received the EMA Green Production Award for their commitment to sustainable production practices.
Spotlight on Environmental Media
The awards highlighted media productions that effectively addressed environmental topics:
- Feature Film: Promised Land
- Documentary Film: Gasland Part II
- TV Episodic Drama: House of Cards, “Chapter 9”
- TV Episodic Comedy: Last Man Standing, “Mother Fracker”
- Reality TV: VICE, “Gangs & Oil”
- Children’s TV: Nick News with Linda Ellerbee, “What’s the Deal With Fracking?”
- Digital Content: Overview by Planetary Collective
A Night of Inspiration
The ceremony featured performances and appearances from various celebrities, including an acoustic rendition of “What a Wonderful World” by Darren Criss. The event underscored the entertainment industry’s role in promoting environmental awareness and action.
Source: Environmental Media Association
