As part of The Bartlett's Real World Impact campaign, this animation explores how we're working to influence policy at all scales, partnering with countries, industries and international organisations to help them achieve a low-carbon future by reducing reliance on fossil fuels and cutting carbon emissions.
Credits
Art direction & illustration: Boyle & Perks
Copywriting: George Bull, Eggcorn
Animation: Plastic Horse
Voiceover: Poppy Chancellor
The case studies featured in this animation are from the UCL Institute for Sustainable Resources and the UCL Energy Institute.
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