Open Planet

?? Calling all UK storytellers and communicators! Join us at Content Rising on 12 June for an inspiring workshop on the power of visual storytelling. You'll hear from Open Planet’s Emily Renshaw-Smith on the importance of storytelling for sparking imagination and action for our planet – told through a series of short films by our global community of changemakers. Coinciding with the UN Ocean Conference, you’ll also hear about our mission to supercharge ocean storytelling surrounding the much-anticipated release of Open Planet Studios’ upcoming feature film with David Attenborough. ???? Come and explore how you can harness these incredible resources to bring your stories to life in a dynamic session filled with discussion, insight, and connection. ?? Explore the full programme and book your tickets for 12 June: https://lnkd.in/dPS6Ckgn #OpenPlanet #StoriesForChange #ContentRising

Today, on the first-ever World Day for Glaciers, we recognise their critical importance for all life on Earth. Across the world, these vast ice formations provide water for millions of people, regulate our sea levels, and support diverse ecosystems. They are vital for the stability of our planet – but they are vanishing. According to UNESCO, glacier meltdown threatens the food and water supply of 2 billion people around the world. Without urgent action to address the climate crisis and slow glacier loss, we risk disrupting the delicate balance of nature we all depend on. To support climate storytelling, we’ve filmed and gathered hundreds of powerful clips and data visualisations of our changing glaciers. Discover more: https://lnkd.in/e7wAPGjg ?? Studio Silverback - Ice calves away from the edge of the Negribreen Glacier, causing the surrounding water to ripple outwards in Svalbard, Norway. #OpenPlanet #StoriesForChange #WorldDayForGlaciers

New to Open Planet: Recent flooding in Durban, South Africa. In recent weeks, heavy rainfall in the coastal province of KwaZulu-Natal has caused flash floods and landslides, with overflowing rivers leading to widespread destruction and loss of life. ?? Captured by Big Red Design Agency, this new collection on Open Planet features footage showing the impacts of the recent flooding event on local communities and infrastructure. This includes shots of flooded streets, car parks and sports fields, as well as swollen rivers and erosion in residential areas. Discover the full collection: https://lnkd.in/e2FFe5RR This collection builds on our extensive footage of extreme weather events and cities on the frontlines of climate change. All clips are free to use for education and impact storytelling, and available for commercial projects via our library partners All3Media Archive. #OpenPlanet #StoriesForChange #ExtremeWeather #Flooding?

Our cities, home to more than half of the world’s population, are on the frontline of the climate crisis. New research from WaterAid of the 100 most populated cities reveals that 20% are experiencing dramatic shifts to extreme wet or dry conditions; while 15% of cities studied are experiencing an intensification of both extreme floods and droughts, known as ‘climate whiplash’. These climate shifts have devastating consequences for the health and wellbeing of urban communities. This includes displacement, instability, a lack of sanitation and access to clean water, and an increased risk of disease. Through our library, we’re filming and gathering content of the major challenges facing our cities and the solutions helping urban communities to adapt and build resilience. ?? Clip by Big Red Design Agency of a flooded sports field in central Durban – part of our collection on ‘Building Healthier Cities in South Africa’. Find out more and explore the collection: https://lnkd.in/egNJrtCf ? Read the full report by WaterAid: https://lnkd.in/esaRsC-M

Have you heard of the great whale conveyor belt? ?? Learn more in this short explainer film by Exeter Marine as part of their latest study, featuring clips from #OpenPlanet by The View South and Kyle Armstrong Roepke ??

Start your week with a minute in nature at Knepp Wilding. ????? The 3,500-acre rewilding project in the south of England offers a story of conservation success, following the transformation of failing farmland into a thriving haven for nature and wildlife. Its mosaic of habitats are now home to free-roaming grazing cattle, ponies, pigs and deer, as well as endangered bird species such as turtle doves, nightingales and peregrine falcons.? We’re thrilled to feature world-class footage of Knepp on #OpenPlanet, to inspire new storytelling on nature restoration and effective solutions to conservation challenges.?? Discover the full collection, originally filmed by SILVERBACK FILMS for Netflix: https://lnkd.in/eSw4gNik #OpenPlanet #StoriesForChange #Conservation #Restoration

Stories have the power to inspire us, to connect us, and ignite change. We’ve collaborated with five talented African filmmakers to do just that. Produced in partnership with Crtve Development, supported by Wellcome Trust, we’re excited to share this moving series of short films, highlighting the effects of climate change on human health in South Africa. Each film captures personal, compelling stories of hope and resilience in the face of increasing climate impacts, combining Open Planet footage with drama, animation and firsthand interviews. Watch the full series: https://lnkd.in/ew7bz7BG Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing insight from our programme of local impact screenings and community-driven engagement across South Africa, led by our partners at Crtve Development and Sunshine Cinema. Watch this space! #StoriesForChange #OpenPlanet #ImpactStorytelling #Climate #Health

To mark World Wildlife Day, we’re showcasing some of our most popular wildlife footage on #OpenPlanet, chosen by storytellers across the world.? From iconic species on land, to vibrant marine life in the depths of our ocean, our growing collection of cinematic footage spans a range of habitats across every continent.??? Free for education and impact use, these clips have featured in creative content and communications by NGOs, scientists, academics and content creators, helping to raise awareness and inspire action to restore nature and protect our planet’s wildlife. Join us in celebrating #WWD2025 by starting your wildlife story ?? https://lnkd.in/e4xXQtQW?? ?? Footage from the Open Planet library by Bullhorn Pictures, JHPVisuals Limited, SCARLET VIEW MEDIA LIMITED (David Diley) and SILVERBACK FILMS.

Stories to shape our future. ?? Across the world, changemakers and innovators are pioneering solutions to tackle the greatest challenges of our time. More than ever, we need these stories of hope and optimism, to showcase new ideas and perspectives for creating lasting change for our world. Through our library, we’re filming and documenting diverse solutions and compelling examples of how technology and human ingenuity are helping to restore nature, create sustainable food systems, and protect communities from the worst impacts of the climate crisis. Discover thousands of clips for your storytelling ?? www.openplanet.org/browse ??? Footage from #OpenPlanet by Earth Minutes, The Earthshot Prize, Justdiggit, Let it Rain Films, Netflix and SILVERBACK FILMS.?#StoriesForChange

New to Open Planet: Explore Indonesia’s expansive oil palm plantations.??? Indonesia is the world’s leading producer and exporter of palm oil, with plantations accounting for at least 13 million hectares of land - a combined area roughly the size of Greece. While forest protection has reduced palm-driven deforestation, Indonesia faces the ongoing challenge of meeting global demand for palm oil products, while preventing a surge in deforestation and biodiversity loss. This latest collection of footage on #OpenPlanet by Indonesian filmmaker Nanang Sujana features aerial shots of plantations, as well as high-quality clips of orangutans, proboscis monkeys, forest landscapes and burning peatlands. Find content to support your storytelling: https://lnkd.in/e6YQNpDw #StoriesForChange