Eco Eye
| Eco Eye | |
|---|---|
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| Genre | Environmental |
| Starring | Duncan Stewart |
| Country of origin | Ireland |
| Original language | English |
| Production | |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
| Original release | |
| Network | RTÉ One |
| Release | 2001 – 2023 |
Eco Eye was an Irish television series broadcast on RTÉ One.[1] The series brought to light pressing ecological issues. Presented by Duncan Stewart,[1] this presenter-led advocacy documentary made compelling economic and social cases for solving environmental challenges.
Format
[edit]Eco Eye's reputation for breathtaking cinematography is well-deserved, showcasing stunning scenic filming and awe-inspiring aerial photography. Every Tuesday at 7pm, audiences tuned in to witness the program's insightful exploration of various ecological concerns.
Originally airing on Wednesdays at 7.30pm, the show made a strategic move to captivate an even wider audience on Tuesdays at 7pm in the late 2000s. In 2023, after 21 years [2] Eco Eye concluded its remarkable run with a final six-part series, airing on Thursdays at 8pm. This concluding season delved into the urgent need to combat pollution while also shedding light on the revitalization of Ireland's closed railway lines.
Eco Eye's thought-provoking narrative, focused on safeguarding the environment and creating a sustainable future.
Presenters
[edit]Broadcast
[edit]The show aired in Ireland on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player. The show was also available in Australia through ABC and their iView on-demand platform[3] In Australia the show is called Eco Eye: Sustainable Solutions.
References
[edit]- ^ a b "'Eco Eye' & 'About the House' Begin Production". Irish Film and Television Network. 23 August 2010. Retrieved 20 August 2016.
- ^ "RTÉ's Eco Eye to come to a close after 21 seasons". 8 February 2023.
- ^ "'Eco Eye: Sustainable Solutions'". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 23 August 2021. Retrieved 10 May 2023.