VELOCITY: Exploring Sustainability through Wind Power, Green Building & Hydrogen
A powerful message of optimism, VELOCITY travels from the U.S. to Europe exploring clean energy production and the increasing economic advantages of wind power. llustrating how sustainable economic development must include the protection of our fragile natural and human resources, this film shows us how wind energy has not only reduced the impact of pollution from burning fossil fuels, but has also created billions of dollars in economic development across the Northern Hemisphere. Also including segments on 100% Wind-Powered Beer at New Belgium Brewery, green building, hyper-efficient cars and a potential hydrogen economy, this film further examines how sustainability benefits us now, and how this benefit promises to grow exponentially in the future. Pairing insightful interviews with stunning 16mm film footage of aerial landscapes and giant wind turbines, VELOCITY forges a passage into our sustainable future, and provides us with the promise we all need to step out in action and take part in the clean energy revolution.
Subjects : American Studies, Building Techniques, Business Practices, Economics, Energy, Europe, Global Issues, Inspirational, Physics, Sustainability & Sustainable Development, Transportation
“VELOCITY thoroughly illustrates the benefits of alternative energy sources for our economy and for our environment. This is first-rate filmmaking with elegant cinematography and a compelling story. VELOCITY is indispensable for educators who want to introduce concepts of sustainability and new ways of looking at the world.” -Marshall Frech, Director, Texas Environmental Center
“… an excellent tool for teaching the concepts of renewable energy and sustainability. VELOCITY teaches students to look at issues more holistically.” -Paula Ivey, President, The Corporate Social Responsibility Group; Professor, University of Texas McCombs School of Business
“…engaging and thought-provoking …succinctly introduces the wind power industry and the rising demands from consumers for environmentally friendly and sustainable products.” -Kevin Ann Kelsmark, St. Edward’s University School of Business Administration