Since 2005, the Science Film Festival of the Goethe-Institut, the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany, has been inspiring young viewers about science, technology and environmental awareness. The festival is organized in 20 countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.
It is the largest audience festival of its kind in the world with nearly one million viewers annually. More than 100 international films for all ages are shown, with a wide range of supplementary educational activities in schools, universities and other educational institutions from Brazil to the Philippines.
The Science Film Festival focuses on Green Jobs in 2025, highlighting professions that are essential in promoting and preserving the environment. Green jobs provide young people with a unique opportunity to not only create a meaningful impact on the world, but also build a sustainable career. These jobs emphasize environmentally friendly practices, reducing ecological footprints, and advancing sustainability. As the world grapples with increasing environmental and climate challenges, urgent measures are needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, protect biodiversity, promote sustainable resource use, and mitigate climate change. Green jobs play a pivotal role in addressing these challenges and driving the transition to a sustainable future.
With many countries committed to reducing emissions and promoting renewable energy, political actions and regulations have emerged, encouraging the growth of jobs such as renewable energy technicians, environmental engineers, sustainable agriculture specialists, recycling coordinators, green building architects, water resource managers, climate change analysts, energy efficiency consultants, and more. Given the global focus on sustainability and eco-friendly practices continues to grow, the significance of green jobs stands at the forefront of the worldwide shift towards a low-carbon economy.
The Science Film Festival 2025 will spotlight the importance of these jobs, highlighting how specialized professionals are key to advancing and implementing the technologies and strategies needed for a sustainable world.
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The Science Film Festival bestows six awards chosen by an international jury. They are complimented with a cash prize of 500 Euro each. The Prize of the Jury is complimented with a cash prize of 1,000 Euro.
VISUAL EFFECTS & CINEMATOGRAPHY AWARD
Honors the film that demonstrates the highest level of visual craftsmanship through cinematography or animation. Moreover, the effects go beyond the aesthetic by serving an educational purpose. Scientific principles or processes are explained clearly and engagingly through the visual effects.
IPST EDUCATION AWARD
Honors the film that stands as an excellent example of science journalism intended for young audiences aged 6 - 12. Scientific explanations are presented with the cognitive level of young viewers in mind and the structure of the film reflects an effective audio-visual pedagogical approach.
ECOFILMPRIZE
Honors the film that makes an exceptional effort to communicate and proliferate environmental awareness. Ecological issues are discussed and explained clearly. The film inspires to care about nature and cultivates a sense of responsibility in that respect.
DISCOVERY AWARD BY ROLLS-ROYCE
Honors the film that makes an outstanding effort to promote learning about science to the general public. The film generates interest and enthusiasm for science and knowledge acquisition. It showcases an exemplary balance between education and entertainment.
TECHNOLOGY AWARD
Honors the film that sheds light on technologies that improve living conditions and environmental sustainability. The film accessibly introduces decisive technologies that are changing or going to change our lives in the 21st Century in mobility, health, communication or energy.
PRIZE OF THE JURY
Honors the film that makes a particularly strong impression on the jury and is relevant to the theme of the year. The film delivers an emotional and intellectual resonance, which distinguishes it as an overall outstanding work of science journalism through film and television.