Kermit Wasn’t the Only Greenie on Set for the Muppet Movie

The new Muppets movie- and all Disney films since 2009- had an environmental steward on set responsible for greening all aspects of the production, from catering (using organic ingredients and compostable knives and forks, etc.) to transporting compost. This eco advocate met with all the departments (like wardrobe, locations, etc.) to discuss how they could

The new Muppets movie- and all Disney films since 2009- had an environmental steward on set responsible for greening all aspects of the production, from catering (using organic ingredients and compostable knives and forks, etc.) to transporting compost. This eco advocate met with all the departments (like wardrobe, locations, etc.) to discuss how they could make greener choices, and she filled up reusable water bottles for the puppeteers so no one would accidentally grab a quick disposable option. Creativity came into play even more in suggesting that the hard-to-recycle color gels be donated to local schools to use for projects, and extra food be donated to the Midnight Mission in LA to feed the homeless.

Ecorazzi.com, 12/2/2011

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