Serena Davies is the director of two climate-focused David Attenborough documentaries for the BBC. Here, she discusses how TV can play a role in tackling the climate crisis.

Sir David Attenborough is to attend a climate conference later this year in a continuation of his efforts to convince world leaders to act on the global climate emergency.

When Blue Planet II aired in October 2017, we all knew viewing figures would be high to witness some miraculous journeys through the animal kingdom, and Sir David Attenborough’s enchanting narration. But few could predict the programme’s incredible effect on shaping public opinion towards plastic pollution.