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A Remarkable Earth Month Celebration: Disney and National Geographic’s ourHOME Initiative

Disney and National Geographic have joined forces to introduce ourHOME, an initiative aimed at promoting efforts to protect and celebrate the planet. The campaign features compelling narratives demonstrating the measures taken under Disney Planet Possible, which affirms Disney’s commitment to real action for a healthier environment. The initiative also includes exclusive content collections on Disney+, premieres of new Nat Geo series and Disneynature films, and a dedicated ourHOME television spot featuring the voice of Morgan Freeman. The ourHOME Digital Series will also allow viewers to engage directly with Disney Planet Possible stories.

A Remarkable Earth Month Celebration: Disney and National Geographic’s ourHOME Initiative

Discover how Disney and National Geographic are collaborating to introduce ourHOME, an initiative designed to promote in-house and external endeavors aimed at safeguarding, restoring, and lauding our planet. Dive into the compelling narratives that illustrate the measures taken under Disney Planet Possible and explore the fascinating content that the ourHOME initiative boasts, including premieres of the latest addition to Nat Geo’s Emmy® Award-winning Secrets Of… series and Disneynature film Tiger. Join the campaign to protect and treasure ourHOME.

Disney and National Geographic: A Remarkable Partnership

This April, a remarkable celebration of Earth Month is set to take place as The Walt Disney Company collaborates with National Geographic to introduce ourHOME, an extraordinary initiative. This venture is designed to draw attention to and promote both in-house and external endeavors aimed at safeguarding, restoring, and lauding our planet. This collaboration marries the century-long tradition of Disney’s storytelling and National Geographic’s 136-year history of discovering and exploring.

The objective of ourHOME is to deepen the connection we have with the world we live in and inspire people to actively contribute to its protection. The campaign is marked by compelling narratives that illustrate the measures taken under Disney Planet Possible, a project affirming Disney’s steadfast commitment to real action for a healthier environment.

The ourHOME Campaign and Its Unique Features

In recognition of Earth Month, National Geographic and Disney+ have set in motion the ourHOME campaign, to rekindle the awe we feel for our planet. At the heart of the campaign lie three stories from Disney Planet Possible, which will be unveiled in a digital series. National Geographic’s talents will give firsthand accounts of sustainability initiatives happening at Walt Disney World Resort as they interact with these efforts.

Additionally, Disney+ is set to reveal an exclusive ourHOME content collection to mark the occasion. This compendium brings together some of the most engaging storytellers and content creators, all joined in their admiration for the splendor of our planet.

The Fascinating Content the ourHOME Initiative Boasts

The ourHOME initiative showcases a wide variety of alluring content from the critically acclaimed series Queens to the awe-inspiring Incredible Animal Journeys, along with the entire array of Disneynature films. Audiences can look forward to the premiere of the latest addition to Nat Geo’s Emmy® Award-winning Secrets Of… series, Secrets of the Octopus, on Earth Day, 22 April. This installment will be narrated by the highly esteemed Paul Rudd.

For those with a passion for wildlife, the highly anticipated Disneynature film Tiger, set to release on 22 April, will provide a mesmerizing glimpse into the life of a young tigress rearing her cubs in the magical forests of India. This film is narrated by Priyanka Chopra Jonas.

Apart from these premieres, a dedicated ourHOME television spot will also make its debut, featuring the legendary voice of Morgan Freeman. This ad will be broadcast across Disney-owned television stations and various digital platforms throughout South Africa.

The ourHOME Digital Series and Its Promising Impact

In tandem with these initiatives, the ourHOME Digital Series will be accessible on Nat Geo Africa’s digital channels. In this series, viewers have the opportunity to engage with Disney Planet Possible stories directly. They will see Alex Honnold examining Disney’s solar arrays for renewable electricity, and Mariana Van Zeller investigating recycling efforts at Walt Disney World parks.

Courteney Monroe, President of National Geographic, underlined the company’s commitment to utilizing its global influence to remind people of the beauty and wonders of our planet. She added, “This Earth Month, we aim to inspire others to join us in protecting and celebrating our home.”

Yalmaz Siddiqui, Vice President of Environmental Sustainability at The Walt Disney Company, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing Disney’s commitment to fostering a brighter, cleaner, and more sustainable future. He also expressed optimism that the ourHOME campaign with National Geographic will heighten awareness of our planet’s grandeur and inspire audiences worldwide.

As the Earth Month festivities carry on, Disney and National Geographic urge everyone to tune in, actively participate, and join the campaign to protect and treasure ourHOME.

What is ourHOME?

ourHOME is an initiative created by Disney and National Geographic to promote efforts to protect and celebrate the planet, by showcasing compelling narratives demonstrating the measures taken under Disney Planet Possible.

What does the ourHOME initiative include?

The ourHOME initiative includes exclusive content collections on Disney+, premieres of new Nat Geo series and Disneynature films, and a dedicated ourHOME television spot featuring the voice of Morgan Freeman. The ourHOME Digital Series also allows viewers to engage directly with Disney Planet Possible stories.

What is the objective of ourHOME?

The objective of ourHOME is to deepen the connection between people and the world we live in, and inspire individuals to actively contribute to the planet’s protection.

What kind of content can we expect from the ourHOME initiative?

The ourHOME initiative boasts a wide variety of alluring content from critically acclaimed series like Queens, Incredible Animal Journeys, Disneynature films, and the latest addition to Nat Geo’s Emmy® Award-winning Secrets Of… series called Secrets of the Octopus.

How can viewers engage with the ourHOME Digital Series?

Viewers can engage with the ourHOME Digital Series on Nat Geo Africa’s digital channels. They will see Alex Honnold examining Disney’s solar arrays for renewable electricity, and Mariana Van Zeller investigating recycling efforts at Walt Disney World parks.

What is the impact of the ourHOME initiative?

The ourHOME initiative aims to heighten awareness of our planet’s grandeur and inspire audiences worldwide to protect and treasure ourHOME. The initiative also showcases the commitment of Disney and National Geographic toward fostering a brighter, cleaner, and more sustainable future.

Hannah Kriel

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