A perfect storm is brewing as agriculture pioneer Cary Fowler races against time to protect the future of our food. Gene banks of the world are crumbling, crop failures are producing starvation inspired rioting, and the accelerating effects of climate change are already affecting farmers globally. Fowler’s personal passion and worldwide journey – including the founding the Svalbard Global Seed Bank in the Arctic Circle – may hold the key to saving the one resource we cannot live without: our seeds.
Founding Sponsor: Chipotle Mexican Grill | Supporting Sponsor: New Belgium Brewing
The PORTLAND ECOFILM FESTIVAL at features monthly screenings of new films covering topics of nature conservation, environmental activism and community wellness. All screenings include a filmmaker Q +A or a panel discussion with local experts designed to engage audience participation and activism.
The Founding Sponsor of the Portland EcoFilm Festival is Chipotle Mexican Grill. Taking steps to educate and solidify the message of sustainability, and explore from where and how we receive food, is one of the many ways that Chipotle hopes to effect change, and create awareness about social issues.
