Hollywood’s carbon footprint is hard to pin down because “Hollywood” —shorthand for the U.S. film and TV industry—is spread across states, studios, and worldwide productions. Moreover, many variables are involved, such as production size (multimillion-dollar blockbusters vs. indie shorts) and location.

Tire-derived fuel (TDF) is an emerging segment within the broader waste tire management and alternative energy sphere, converting end-of-life tires into high-energy fuel for industrial applications.

As the global bamboo market expands toward an estimated $106.5 billion by 2029, this fast-growing plant is emerging as a powerful ally in climate mitigation, sustainable materials, and traditional health uses.

Vegetarians, vegans and others who don’t eat meat or dairy remain a growing market for food producers. A 2025 market report finds that this consumer group—which also includes those who don’t eat eggs or seafood—is starting to steer away from processed (“artificial”) substitutes and move to fully plant-based products.

Ski resorts increasingly rely on artificial snowmaking and often build mountain reservoirs to supply water. Now there’s growing concern about putting such water demands on already fragile mountain hydrological systems.