About the show
Show Format:
Each commercial one hour (actual run time approx 45-minute) episode is dedicated to one organisation, offering a detailed exploration of their sustainability initiatives. The format combines on-site explorations, interviews with key stakeholders, and expert commentary.
Target Audience:
Aimed at a broad audience range, from eco-conscious viewers to business leaders and those interested in the intersection of industry and sustainability.
Impact Goals:
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Increase awareness and understanding of sustainability importance in the business and sporting world.
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Inspire the adoption of sustainable practices across various sectors.
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Highlight innovative and replicable sustainability strategies
"Net Zero" is more than a TV show; it's a showcase of how leading companies, innovative regions, and sports like Formula 1 are setting the pace for a sustainable future. The series will inspire, educate, and motivate viewers towards embracing environmentally sustainable values.
About the Host
A native Scotsman, Richard Crawford grew up with an innate respect for heritage and appreciation for tradition.
As a child, he became increasingly interested in culture and history, and could often be found at the local airport in Paisley where he would sit for hours, fascinated by the travelers, captivated by their sophistication, and curious about their backgrounds. As an adult, Crawford relishes the opportunity to travel and experience the world firsthand, and never misses an opportunity to share his stories of adventures with others.
In 2005, Crawford became the United States Ambassador to The Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky, and his dream became a career. As the spokesperson for this iconic brand, Crawford embraced his role as seanchaidh, (pronounced shan-chee, a traditional Gaelic word meaning 'storyteller') by traveling the country, introducing The Glenlivet – not only as a brand, but also as part of a complete lifestyle – to his audience. During his time as a Scotch whisky ambassador, he learned an appreciation for the finer things in life and he continues to work with brands he has a true respect for.
Since 2012, Crawford has travelled the world producing video programs and writing articles for publications that focus on luxury travel and unique experiences. Whether profiling an exclusive private island resort in the Maldives, staying in an elaborate treehouse in a Swedish forrest , or skiing a glacier in Chile, Crawford brings his unique presenting style to every project.
Crawford has appeared on many TV and radio shows including Fox News Network, CW11 New York, BBC America, Bloomberg, The Street.com, as well as many magazines and trade publications including GQ, Esquire and WhiskyLife Magazine. In 2009 Crawford was awarded “The Certificate for Outstanding Contribution” by the James Beard Foundation.
Passionate about the health of our planet and modern social issues Crawford was encouraged by the efforts of many of the luxury brands towards eco tourism, sustainability and social responsibility. So much so that Crawford deemed it important to retell their stories with authenticity, credibility, charisma and charm. He builds an emotional connection with his audience, ultimately transforming these luxury brands into an enriched experience of life with a focus on environmental stewardship.
Ben Alcott began working in the television industry in 1988, and he has been producing unique content ever since.
Ben's career in television began early - his grandparents owned one of only two private zoos in New South Wales, Australia, so every time a TV program needed a monkey, or an emu, or a kangaroo, the Alcotts would get a call. Sometimes these programs needed a young actor too, and so Ben was put in front of the camera. From the age of 4 Ben could be seen on Australian children's program Play School; at 7, he was in Australian film Around the World with Dot, second in the famous "Dot" series of films.
At the age of 14, Ben began his own video production company Blacksheep Productions, which grew over 20 years to have offices in 3 countries and more than 50 full time staff. Ben started touring with international music acts in 1990, working on shows with some of the world's biggest names.
Ben was nominated as Young Australian of the Year 3 times, and he served on the Australia Day Council's Youth Committee for a number of years. He has been featured in a number of newspaper and magazine publications (such as Money Magazine and GQ), and he was selected as one of Cosmopolitan Magazine's Top 30 Australians Under 30.
Ben and Richard have been working together making video programming for the past 10 years, and have travelled the world together a number of times. Their natural chemistry ensures content that is fun and interesting, whilst their respective experience combines to create unique television.
Ben Alcott began working in the television industry in 1988, and he has been producing unique content ever since.
Ben's career in television began early - his grandparents owned one of only two private zoos in New South Wales, Australia, so every time a TV program needed a monkey, or an emu, or a kangaroo, the Alcotts would get a call. Sometimes these programs needed a young actor too, and so Ben was put in front of the camera. From the age of 4 Ben could be seen on Australian children's program Play School; at 7, he was in Australian film Around the World with Dot, second in the famous "Dot" series of films.
At the age of 14, Ben began his own video production company Blacksheep Productions, which grew over 20 years to have offices in 3 countries and more than 50 full time staff. Ben started touring with international music acts in 1990, working on shows with some of the world's biggest names.
Ben was nominated as Young Australian of the Year 3 times, and he served on the Australia Day Council's Youth Committee for a number of years. He has been featured in a number of newspaper and magazine publications (such as Money Magazine and GQ), and he was selected as one of Cosmopolitan Magazine's Top 30 Australians Under 30.
Ben and Richard have been working together making video programming for the past 10 years, and have travelled the world together a number of times. Their natural chemistry ensures content that is fun and interesting, whilst their respective experience combines to create unique television.
