In the United Kingdom, BBC set new sustainability targets for 2022 but some targets have already been met, like using 100% biodegradable glitter and biodegradable makeup wipes for their popular “Strictly Come Dancing” dance contest show. The show is also 90% single-use plastic free. Their 2022 targets include reducing carbon emissions by 24%, energy by 10%, and waste by 10% whilst recycling 75% and achieving zero waste to landfill, as well as committing to buy 100% renewable electricity for all major sites.
BBC is also piloting one of the world’s first electric broadcast vehicles as part of a drive to be more environmentally-friendly; and is now purchasing renewable electricity for all major sites.
Tony Hall, BBC Director-General, said, “Our new sustainability strategy seeks to address our impact in three key areas: our operations; our role within the wider production and broadcasting industry; and our relationship with our audiences. The strategy acknowledges that our programmes and content can help inform our audiences about the changing world and the actions they can take to reduce their own environmental impact.”