Young environmental filmmakers will find two opportunities to showcase their work through the collaboration of two non-profits: the Youth Climate Report (YCR) based in Toronto, Canada, and One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest (OEYFC) based in Chicago, IL, USA. Both organizations seek films about climate change and related topics.

"You could say we're 'doubling down' on the power of environmental filmmaking to create greater impact," says Dr. Mark Terry, Executive Director of the Youth Climate Report. "Our decision to collaborate with the One Earth Young Filmmakers Contest stems from the shared values and common goals we have in addressing climate issues. Our efforts align so closely, and together, we can amplify the message in ways that truly make a difference."

The documentary film Bad River by Mary Mazzio and members of the Bad River Ojibwe travels through time to actively voice a story of persistence and strength. Alongside the winding path of Bad River, their forebears were known as the Lake Superior Ojibwe, protectors of an ancient freshwater lake. Just as they faced cultural annihilation and degradation in the past, the Bad River tribe of today encounter new battles to protect their land and their way of life.

When filmmaker Richard Chisolm got a phone call from longtime friend and producer Sheila Kinkade, he didn’t expect it to lead to one of his most formative projects. Sheila had read one news about Tony Geraci, a bold new hire arriving in Baltimore to overhaul their city’s deeply flawed school lunch system. Her words: “This sounds like a really good film.”

And it was.

In When We Cycle, Arne Gielen and Gertjan Hulster take us into the great unknown—a future where bicycles reframe society’s relationship to speed, space, and community. The film is far more than a documentary. It’s an exploration of possibilities: What if our cities were redesigned with the cyclist at heart? Do fast, efficient rides win all the privileges, or is there room for a more inclusive, reflective scenario? With insights from various experts and everyday cyclists, the film challenges us to imagine urban futures that are sustainable, connective, and alive with possibility.

This documentary highlights how a Chicago community is left in complete devastation due to the accumulation of steel waste, toxic disposal, and pollution. For over a century, the steel mills in this area have taken advantage of the vulnerability of this marginalized community, leaving generations to suffer the consequences of their actions.

Building or remodeling a home is an opportunity to align your living space with both modern technology and sustainable living. A truly eco-friendly smart home isn’t just about throwing in a few smart bulbs and calling it a day—it’s about designing a system where efficiency, automation, and environmental consciousness work together seamlessly. You want a home that reduces waste, conserves energy, and ultimately makes your life easier. Whether you’re starting from scratch or upgrading an existing space, the key is to think holistically, balancing cutting-edge tech with sustainability.