We are optimists, and we think the future can be bright if we put in the effort. We must take sustainability seriously, knowing that a music event can negatively impact the surrounding air, soil, water, resources, and inhabitants. That's why we think it's important to lead by example, improve ourselves year after year, and know that we still have a long way to go.
Through socially responsible entrepreneurship, we strive to achieve our vision by inspiring our visitors and partners to take action in their own lives and communities, ultimately leading to a more sustainable future for all. For more details and data about our sustainability efforts, we kindly direct you to A Greener Festival's extensive reporting here.
We believe in being open and honest about where we stand because only by critically examining our impact can we continue to improve. This year, the picture is mixed. On the one hand, our overall carbon footprint has increased, mainly due to a higher number of attendees and more international guests travelling by plane (but carbon emissions per visitor have stagnated). Travel-related emissions per band have also risen. On the other hand, we’re proud of what we have achieved: emissions from event production have decreased, thanks to reusable serveware and more efficient management of contractor vehicles and deliveries. Additionally, travel emissions per contractor have significantly dropped, and we’ve reduced waste per person per day. We know there’s still work to do, especially regarding travel-related emissions. But every improvement, no matter how small, is a step in the right direction.
