The United Nations and the European Commission’s DG Environment have the pleasure of inviting you to a screening of the documentary “Eat More Trees” by Arne Focketyn to mark World Environment Day and EU Green Week.
Download your e-HANDOUT to find out more about the screening and the panelists.
Time & Place
When: Wednesday 3 June at 7:00 pm | Registration opens at 6:30 pm
Where: Cinema Vendôme, Brussels (Chaussée de Wavre 18, 1050 Ixelles)
The film will be followed by a panel discussion in the presence of the film’s director and a reception.
Tickets
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(places are limited – first come, first served)
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Panel
The film will be followed by a panel discussion, in the presence of:
Arne Focketyn, Film Director
Yanniek Schoonhoven, Farmer of La Junquera & CEO Regeneration Academy
Astrid Schomaker, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity
Moderated by Sherri Aldis, Director, United Nations Regional Information Centre
Find out more about our panelists from the e-HANDOUT.
Synopsis
Farmers Alfonso and Yanniek are trying to save their Spanish farm from desertification in drought-stricken La Junquera. They are switching to sustainable farming methods, fighting against illegal water extraction and the unpredictability of the climate. Their herd of rare cattle is growing, but the question remains whether they can actually turn the tide.
Language and runtime
The documentary will be in Dutch, English, and Spanish with English subtitles and has a runtime of 75 minutes.
Practical details
Check-in at the cinema starts at 6:30 pm. The event starts at 7:00 pm.
Bring a confirmation of your registration to the cinema.
If you did not receive a confirmation, please first check your spam folder before contacting us at info@cineonu.org.
Due to a large number of no-shows, we do overbook, so please arrive early. A ticket does not guarantee a seat. We kindly ask you to register only if you are able to attend our event.
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