B-corp and sustainability in VFX, with Robin Chowdhury, COO of Dupe VFX | TVAP S2, EP1

B-corp and sustainability in VFX, with Robin Chowdhury, COO of Dupe VFX | TVAP S2, EP1

Join us for an insightful discussion on what it means to be sustainable in post production. B Corp Certification is a designation that a business is meeting high standards of verified performance, accountability, and transparency on factors from employee benefits and charitable giving to supply chain practices and input materials.

It was great speaking with Robin, COO of Dupe VFX about how he worked towards making their studio the first B Corp certified VFX company, the considerations for any studio wanting to pursue this and the ongoing commitment.

📌Takeaways

• Sustainability in VFX is often overlooked but essential.
• Becoming a B-Corp involves a rigorous assessment process.
• New companies may find it easier to implement sustainable practices from the start.
• Established companies face challenges in changing existing processes.
• Data tracking is crucial for measuring sustainability efforts.
• Community engagement can enhance a company's sustainability profile.
• B-Corp certification is a benchmark, not a guarantee of perfection.
• Internal communication is key to understanding sustainability goals.
• Volunteering initiatives can foster community ties.
• The industry is gradually moving towards more sustainable practices.

You can get in touch with Robin via LinkedIn or via hello@dupevfx.com

📌Below are some useful links to find out more.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22155.Let_My_People_Go_Surfing
https://www.bemorepirate.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BY_AEvvFQ9U (What is a B Corp)
https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/programs-and-tools/b-impact-assessment/https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/
https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/certification/

📌Chapters

00:00 Introduction to VFX and Sustainability
01:40 Journey to B-Corp Certification
04:21 Challenges for Established Studios
07:19 Sustainability in Practice
10:28 Balancing Business and Sustainability
12:10 Embedding Sustainability in Operations
14:46 Encouraging Industry-Wide Change
16:03 Understanding B-Corp Challenges
18:41 Community Engagement and Volunteering
23:18 Recommendations for VFX Artists