Screening Information

Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Start Time: 2:00 PM
Runtime: 7 minutes
Location: Beth Hebrew Synagogue
333 E. Portland St., Phoenix, AZ 85004

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Film Description

Wood Pellet Wasteland: Inside the Fight to Stop Big Biomass examines the environmental and public health impacts of industrial wood pellet production. The film focuses on major biomass energy companies, including Drax and Enviva, which operate pellet manufacturing facilities in the southern United States and are seeking to expand operations.

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Through investigative storytelling, the documentary raises concerns about forest destruction, air pollution, and the effects on surrounding communities. The film calls on policymakers and global leaders to reconsider subsidies for industrial biomass and take action to protect forests and public health.

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Director:

John Toner and Emily Thomas are documentary filmmakers whose work focuses on environmental issues and public awareness. Through investigative storytelling, they highlight the impacts of industrial practices on ecosystems and communities, encouraging dialogue and action toward more sustainable solutions.