Author: SomewhereOnTheEarth
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Strapless kitesurfing session in Ponta Preta
First strapless kitesurfing session in Ponta Preta Ponta Preta is one of the most beautiful and powerful right waves in the world. Ponta Preta wave is situated in Island of Sal in Cape Verde. Thanks to my friend and coach Titik kite who lead me on the peak of magic Ponta Preta.
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Is ESG dead in 2026?
The framing is sharp — ESG as a label is indeed losing ground, particularly in the US where seventeen states have restricted its use in public funds, and a federal court suspended parts of the SEC’s climate regulations. But the underlying substance isn’t disappearing — it’s being disaggregated into more operational, business-relevant tools. Here are…
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Slow Yoga Montpellier
Slōw is an invitation to pause in your heart of hearts to feel lighter, deeper and stronger Some places you visit once out of curiosity, and return to again and again out of necessity. Slōw studio, nestled inside the vibrant and exciting “Marché du Lez”, is exactly that kind of place. A space born from…
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How sustainability is reshaping production financing models in TV and Film industries: France & the UK
Producers, what this means practically for you navigating this shift. The Core Shift: From Goodwill to Gatekeeping The most fundamental change happening in both countries is the same: sustainability has moved from being a reputational plus to a financial prerequisite. Public funding bodies are no longer simply encouraging green practices, they are making access to…
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Key Considerations for Eco-Responsible Audiovisual Production
Transport & Accessibility * Is the location accessible by public transport?* Are shuttle services provided?* Is travel and tour coordination optimized?* Is adequate parking available?* Are the facilities compatible with technical requirements? Responsible Resource Management Adopt professional eco-practices to manage : * Paper use (see Publishing guidelines)* Digital data (see Digital guidelines)* Waste management*…
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Sustainable key roles in the French film and TV industry
A guide to key roles, responsibilities, and regulatory obligations in the French film and TV industry Key eco-production roles explained Three distinct professional profiles have emerged in response to the obligations explained below. While they share a common mission which consists in reducing the environmental impact of productions, they differ significantly in their scope of…
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Fabrice Delobette’s Interviews
From the oldest interviews I made to the latest one, find out in this page one of my favorite passion: Making people talk and film them while they are speaking. These interviews were made before smartphone’s birth, with a digital camera, apart the latest one with a phone and without a professional mic or light…
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Titik Lopes Kitesurfing Strapless
Titik Lopes Kitesurfing Strapless in Sal Island, Cape Verde Titik Lopes is Cape Verdean, he was born in 1984. He is a free rider, passioned by surfing and kitesurfing strapless. His land is Island of Sal in Cape Verde which refers directly to my first documentary film I wrote and directed “Sal, Nha Terra” (Sal,…
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Climate Action
Climate action explained: mitigation or adaptation, or both? What Is Climate Action? Climate action refers to all efforts taken by governments, businesses, and communities to fight climate change. It includes two main strategies: mitigation and adaptation. Mitigation = cutting the causes of climate change, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions, switching to renewable energy, or…
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The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi): Defines and promotes best practice in emissions reductions and net-zero targets in line with climate science. Develops standards, tools and guidance to enable companies and financial institutions to set science-based targets in line with the latest climate science. Understanding the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) – A Beginner’s Guide…