In a world where environmental concerns and sustainable living practices have become increasingly vital, the power of storytelling through documentaries has proven to be a powerful tool for change. Whether you're a seasoned eco-enthusiast or just embarking on your journey towards a more habitable lifestyle, Netflix offers a treasure trove of documentaries that can inform, inspire, and ignite your passion for sustainability.
In this curated list, we present a selection of documentaries available on Netflix that cover a wide spectrum of environmental and sustainability topics.
We invite you to join us on a journey of discovery as we explore the wonders of our planet, the challenges it faces, and the inspiring stories of individuals and communities who are making a difference.
Hope these help you contribute in your own little way towards a better future
1. Our Planet (2019)
- Nature Documentary
- 08 Episodes
- 9.3/10 IMDb
The story through the eyes of a 94-year naturalist who takes us from jungles to oceans and reminds us how much our planet has changed over time is eye-opening.
Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, this series explores the beauty of the natural world and the urgent need to protect it.
2. Kiss the ground(2020)
- Documentary
- 1 hr 24 mins
- 8.3/10 IMDb
With climate change becoming a topic everywhere, this documentary narrated by Woody Harrelson talks about “regenerative agriculture” which has the potential to balance our climate, replenish our vast water supplies, and feed the world.
Delve into the regenerative agriculture movement and its potential to combat climate
change and revitalize our soil.
3. A Plastic Ocean(2016)
- Documentary
- 1 hr 42 mins
- 8/10 IMDb
Plastic accumulating in our oceans and on our beaches has become a global crisis. And this documentary sure talks all about it and the root causes of this massive problem. It also presents beautiful shots of the marine environment. It contrasts with footage of heavily polluted cities and dumps full of plastic rubbish.
It will inspire us to move away from the plastic culture.
Explore the devastating impact of plastic pollution on the world's oceans and learn about solutions to this growing problem.
4. Rotten(2018)
- Docuseries
- 2 Seasons
- 12 Episodes
- 7.2/10 IMDb
Rotten is a six-part docu-series that exposes the ugly truth behind the mass-produced food industry. Each episode covers a different part of the food industry.
It explains global food production and how minute changes in our everyday food habits can have a drastic impact on our Planet
After watching this series, you sure will have an idea about where exactly your food came from and who must have made it.
5. Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things(2015)
- Documentary
- 1 hr 19 mins
- 6.7/10 IMDb
As the title suggests, Minimalism underlines the futility of our tendency to accumulate things. This documentary aims to show the beauty of Minimalism.
Discover how living with less can lead to a more meaningful and sustainable life.
It simply questions you if you can be happy if you had less