The 2025 Princeton Environmental Film Festival, a signature event hosted annually by the Princeton Public Library, is now accepting films for its 2025 festival. Filmmakers are invited to submit their documentary films, with a submission deadline of January 17, 2025. The festival, which has been a beloved tradition since its founding in 2006, will take place at the Sands Library Building, located at 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton, as well as virtually, continuing its commitment to providing wide accessibility to its programming.
A Platform for Environmental Stories
PEFF’s mission has always been to showcase exceptional documentary films that explore environmental sustainability from a diverse range of perspectives. From urgent issues such as climate change and biodiversity loss to innovative solutions and local conservation efforts, the festival offers a platform for filmmakers to share their powerful stories. Through the art of film, the festival helps to educate, inspire, and motivate action within the community.
Screenings at PEFF are free, and many films are accompanied by enriching Q&A sessions with the filmmakers themselves, as well as talks from invited experts and speakers. These sessions foster discussions that go beyond the screen, helping attendees to better understand the real-world impact of the issues presented in the films. It’s an opportunity for the community to engage directly with those who are leading the way in environmental storytelling and activism.
Multiplatform and Hybrid Experience
For the 2025 festival, PEFF continues to embrace a multiplatform approach, offering a blend of in-person and online screenings to reach a broader audience. Some films will be available exclusively in-person, while others will be accessible only online, with several available in both formats. This hybrid model allows the festival to offer flexibility to those unable to attend in person while maintaining its strong ties to the Princeton community.
Beyond the annual festival, PEFF also offers virtual screenings and special events throughout the year. These periodic offerings help to keep environmental issues at the forefront of public conversation, ensuring that the festival’s impact is felt year-round.
Engaging the Community
PEFF is more than just a film festival—it’s a community-driven initiative that emphasizes sustainable action. The festival regularly partners with local environmental organizations and initiatives to extend the reach of its programming and provide tangible ways for attendees to take part in sustainability efforts. Whether it’s through local conservation projects, sustainable living workshops, or environmental advocacy, PEFF gives its audience opportunities to act on what they’ve learned and to make a positive difference in their communities.
The festival organizers are also mindful of its own environmental impact, striving for sustainability in its operations. As the event grows, there is a concerted effort to expand its reach while staying true to its core mission of fostering local engagement and sustainability.
Save the Date
The official selections for the 2025 Princeton Environmental Film Festival will be announced in mid-March. With the submission deadline fast approaching, filmmakers still have time to be part of this impactful event that brings together powerful stories, thought-provoking discussions, and real-world calls to action.
For filmmakers and environmental advocates alike, PEFF is an unparalleled opportunity to showcase work, connect with like-minded individuals, and contribute to the vital conversation about our planet’s future.
Submit your film by January 17, 2025, and join the growing movement of change-makers that the Princeton Environmental Film Festival has cultivated over the years. Whether you’re attending in person, watching online, or getting involved through related community events, PEFF is an essential destination for those passionate about sustainability and the environment.
For more information about the festival, click here. Click here to submit your film: 2025 Princeton Environmental Film Festival
