Ecological Sustainability
Resource Protection and Energy EfficiencyThe Film Museum deals responsibly with the resources energy, water, and waste. The introduction of systemized measures – including the standardized collection of usage data and simple but effective reminders in daily office routines such as turning off lights, devices, and computers – has sustainably lowered our energy use.
We switched to a less expensive electricity provider who now delivers us energy from 100% eco-power from Austria.
Another step in consumption transparency is the use of submeters for water and power between the Film Museum and the adjoining Film Bar. The bar's new leaseholder will maintain these measures of sustainable responsibility and improve them as necessary. In this way, we gain valuable data for continuous optimization.
Waste Reduction and Recycling Management
The Film Museum believes in sustainable product design and re-use:
- Used Film Museum posters are turned into valuable upcycling bags.
- Our Film Museum T-shirts are made from organic cotton and printed locally in Vienna.
- Products from past seasons – such as books, posters, and T-shirts – are sold at flea markets and thereby given a second life.
Carbon Reduction in Film Operations
In the series Collection on Screen, which debuted in 2021, we show films exclusively from our own collection, significantly reducing rental traffic of film prints and related national and international transportation.
Furthermore, we pursue a clear mobility strategy which strongly encourages our guests – including filmmakers, curators, and lecturers – to travel by train. We avoid air travel whenever possible to minimize the carbon footprint of guest programs and collaborations.
Awareness Building and Integration
StaffTo strengthen awareness of environmental responsibility sustainably, we organize workshops and training courses. These foster knowledge about environmental questions, provide motivation for resource-conscious attitudes, and support the active shaping of sustainability processes.
Audience
Our visitors are also integrated into sustainable procedures:
- A well-marked waste separation system in the lobby facilitates proper sorting.
- The online ticketing system has enabled paperless cinema visits since 2020.
- We encourage our audience to come to the cinema using environmentally friendly public transportation methods or by bicycle.
Social Sustainability
Alongside ecological aspects, social sustainability is a main component of how we see ourselves. This includes:- The terms and guidelines submitted to the works council guarantee a responsible and sustainable orientation for all staff members.
- Working from home is a firmly established policy and contributes to the reduction of carbon emissions by reducing commuting.
- We actively promote a respectful and considerate team environment.
- We are implementing gender-inclusive organizational structures.
- We support the continuing education of our staff.
- We are gradually implementing fair pay guidelines.
Barrier-Free Access and Inclusion
Our cinema features 163 seats and two wheelchair-accessible seats as well as a hearing loop system. We provide free entry to escorts of people with special needs.
As part of the initiative Hunger auf Kunst und Kultur, "Kulturpass" holders receive free tickets, contributing to social inclusion.
Continuous Improvement
Our sustainability measures are regularly inspected, improved, and transparently documented. This allows us to ensure that we meet our long-term goals and actively contribute to the conservation of our environment and society.If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback, Sabine Maierhofer is available at any time: umwelt@filmmuseum.at
Updated April 2026
