Want to watch something that has an impact while relaxing on the couch – a documentary that really makes you think? Then choose one of these five Netflix documentaries about sustainability. We guarantee that after watching these documentaries you will have new insights and a whole arsenal of new facts!
The documentaries in our top 5 are about eating patterns and how they affect the climate, but there are also documentaries that focus more on nature and how you see nature changing more and more.
Our top 5 favorite Netflix documentaries about sustainability
1. Cowspiracy: The Sustainability Secret
Cowspiracy is a classic documentary about the impact of eating meat on the environment. Renowned environmentalists Kip Andersen and Keegan Kuhn explore the solution to a major problem: climate change in a fun and funny way.
What is special about the documentary is that it was made with the help of a crowdfunding campaign. A total of $115,000 was raised, more than twice the original goal. This made it possible to release the film in different languages, otherwise it might not have been such a success.
2. Seaspiracy
Seaspiracy is in line with the previous documentary, only here the focus is on fishing and what role it plays in climate problems. The documentary shows the impact of overfishing on the oceans and the climate, and also shows how the large amount of marine waste, for example from fishing nets, causes even more pollution. British Ali Tabrizi is the director and protagonist of the film. Kip Andersen (one of the makers of Cowspiracy) also contributed to the documentary.
The film was criticized by the fishing industry and by some scientists because some of the information was incorrect. The film was praised by environmental activists because it accurately reflects the consequences of overfishing.
3. David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet
David Attenborough may have one of the most recognizable voices in the world, and what a joy it is to listen to him! The biologist is now 95 years old and has devoted his entire life to nature. He is best known for the BBC’s award-winning documentaries, for which he provided the voice-over.
The film takes you into the life of this special man. It shows how he started working for the BBC in 1950. During his work he could then see many different ecosystems. A lot has changed during his life and he has seen it. In the documentary, he tells in his own way what the future will look like if we don’t change our behavior and habits.
4. Our Planet
The Netflix series Our Planet shows you the most beautiful places in the world in a unique way. Not only do you see surprising new places, the documentary also introduces you to animals that you have never seen before. In the eight episodes, the documentary maker takes you to the sea, the forests, the desert and the jungle.
It is recommended to also view Behind The Scenes – Our Planet. In this episode you can see for yourself how the images were shot and why they give you a unique insight into the animal world. In this way you also learn how special the images that appear in the documentary are.
5. The Game Changers
The documentary “The Game Changers” takes a closer look at the vegan diet. Based on scientific information and with the help of interviews with top athletes, this documentary tells about the rise of veganism. For example, Lewis Hammilton, the famous Formula 1 driver, various American football players and former bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger talk about their diet choices and lifestyle.
Which Netflix documentaries about sustainability will you watch?
