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𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 : 𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗡𝗼 𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 This weekend, I had the incredible experience of attending Coldplay's concert, and while their music was soul-stirring as always, what truly stood out was their extraordinary commitment to sustainability. Here are some amazing ways Coldplay is working to keep the planet clean and green: • Renewable Energy-Powered Stages: The concert relied on solar panels, wind turbines, and other renewable sources to power the stage setup, minimizing their carbon footprint. • Kinetic Energy from Fans: Yes, you read that right! Dance floors and power bikes allowed fans to actively generate energy, making sustainability a shared experience. • Planting a Tree for Every Ticket Sold: Coldplay partners with environmental organizations to plant a tree for every ticket purchased—music that literally grows greener. • Energy-Efficient Technology: From LED stage lights to equipment optimized for lower energy consumption, their setup reflected thoughtful, eco-friendly innovation. • Encouraging Sustainable Travel: There were special trains and buses available for fans to reach the concert venue encouraging to reduce emissions tied to travel. • Waste Management: Single-use plastics were eliminated, and recycling bins were strategically placed to ensure proper waste disposal. • Transparent Carbon Reporting: They’ve committed to being transparent about their environmental impact, inspiring others to follow suit. Coldplay's efforts are proof that sustainability and creativity can go hand in hand. This concert wasn’t just about great music—it was a wake-up call for how we can all do our part to protect the planet. 🌍💚 Let us pledge to bring this level of commitment into our own industries. #Coldplay #Sustainability #GreenConcerts #CleanAndGreen #MusicForChange #EnvironmentalResponsibility

Coldplay: A Concert Experience with a Green Heart!💚 Attending Coldplay's "Music of the Spheres World Tour" in Bucharest yesterday was not just a musical dream come true, but also an inspiring glimpse into the future of sustainable concerts. Coldplay is leading the way in reducing the environmental impact of their tours, guided by three key principles: #REDUCE, #REINVENT, #RESTORE. They've pledged to cut their tour's direct emissions by over 50% compared to their previous tour and are working tirelessly with partners to minimize their carbon footprint. Here are some of their incredible initiatives: ✅ SOLAR: Installation of solar panels to charge show batteries. ✅ SUSTAINABLE BIOFUELS: Use of renewable diesel made from waste materials. ✅ BATTERY SYSTEM: Mobile, rechargeable show batteries powered by renewable energy. ✅ KINETIC ENERGY: Dance floors and power bikes that convert fan energy into electricity. ✅ GRID RENEWABLES: Utilization of mains power from 100% renewable sources. Coldplay sets an example for musicians globally, showing that it's possible to entertain and protect our planet simultaneously. Want to learn more about their sustainability efforts? Check out their Sustainability Report: https://lnkd.in/d8sXijZM Let's all contribute to a better future by making eco-friendly choices in our daily lives. 🌍💚 #Sustainability #Decarbonisation #Coldplay #GreenConcerts #MusicOfTheSpheres

Can #Coldplay really lead the charge in the fight against climate change, or is it just a catchy tune? Their carbon offsetting strategies for the 'Music of the Spheres' tour are interesting, aiming to cut direct emissions by more than 50% compared to previous tours. Here’s how they’re doing it: ✅ Renewable Energy-Powered Concerts: From solar panels to biofuels and kinetic energy generated by fans, Coldplay's entire show is powered by clean energy. ✅ Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF): For unavoidable air travel, the band offsets emissions by using SAF, drastically reducing the carbon footprint of flights. ✅ Carbon Offsets through Reforestation: Coldplay supports carbon drawdown projects like reforestation and conservation efforts to counterbalance any remaining emissions. ✅ Engaging Fans in Offsetting Emissions: Their tour app rewards fans for choosing low-carbon transport options, and they offset fans' travel emissions through global reforestation efforts. In an era of climate urgency, these strategies serve as an inspiration for every event to prioritize carbon offsetting. #Coldplay is showing us that it’s not just about reducing emissions but about actively restoring balance to the environment. But why stop at concerts? At Climate Detox, we believe that all events—from corporate conferences to exhibitions—can and should adopt similar carbon-offsetting strategies. It’s time to rethink how we plan and execute events to ensure that we leave the planet better than we found it. Climate Detox Leadership: Gaurav VK Singhvi Rajesh Gupta Manish Saboo Jinesh Patel #coldplayconcert #carbonemissions #carbonoffset #carboncredits

Coldplay has achieved an impressive 59% reduction in direct CO2e emissions on their Music Of The Spheres World Tour compared to their previous stadium tour in 2016-17[3]. This surpasses their initial 50% reduction goal and sets a new standard for sustainable touring in the music industry. How? They have a de-carbonization strategy including: • Powering shows with renewable energy, including fan-driven kinetic dance floors and power bikes • Encouraging sustainable fan travel, resulting in 48% lower average carbon footprint per traveler • Planting 7 million trees - one for every ticket sold • Diverting 72% of tour waste from landfills While significant progress has been made, Coldplay acknowledges there's still work to be done. "As an industry, we're far from where we need to be". These efforts are endorsed by Prof. John E. Fernández of MIT, stating they are "setting a new standard for the entire music industry". As cool as this is, and it is, it's time for everyone to prioritize carbon accounting as the foundation for decarbonization efforts. Measure your full carbon footprint, set reduction targets, and engage your entire value chain. By taking these steps, companies can reduce their environmental impact while driving innovation, mitigating risks, and positioning themselves for success in a low-carbon future. The clock is ticking – let's turn carbon accounting into tangible climate progress. Sagit Lampert Itzik Woda ISCMA Israeli Supply Chain Management Association Dan Shayov Igor Shtainberg Galit Falach-Stanyetzky Shay Levy Eyal Shaanan Roi Frey Motti Bechor https://lnkd.in/dRXYkpTJ

The Most #Sustainable🍃 #Concert 🎙️ I Have Ever Attended! 👀   I attended the Coldplay #Concert over the #Weekend, and I can say that the show was AMAZING!! 🎶 🤩   But what really impressed me was their commitment to #Sustainability during the #MusicOfTheSpheresWorldTour 🪐 As you can see in the video, here's how they did it 👇 → #RenewableEnergy: The show was powered as much as possible by renewable energy sources 🔌 🌱 They charged their show batteries with #SolarPower and other #GreenEnergies. They even had #PowerBikes and #KineticFloors for the audience to help generate power 🚴♂️🌞 → #EcofriendlyTravel: Coldplay used #RenewableFuel for their transport and air travel whenever possible ✈️ 🌿🔋 → #SustainableWristbands: We were given LED wristbands made from plant-based materials, which they encouraged us to return for #Reuse at future concerts ♻️ → #EnvironmentalSupport: Ticket sales supported various environmental initiatives like #Reforestation, #OceanCleanUp, #Conservation, re-wilding, soil restoration, direct air carbon capture, #GreenTech, and environmental law advocacy 💚 🤝   Their #Sustainability efforts are based on 3 key principles: #Reduce, #Reinvent, and #Restore (https://lnkd.in/dG7s5Ce6) To achieve this, Coldplay partnered with companies like SAP, DHL, BMW Group, Energy Floors and KultureCity ✊💡 As of June 3, 2024, they reported that the tour's direct CO2e emissions are 59% lower than their previous stadium tour (2016-17), per show (https://lnkd.in/dKpNNBKM) These numbers were verified by the MIT Environmental Solutions Initiative, which is why TIME recognized Coldplay as one of the Leading #ClimateActionInfluencers🫰☘️💫 In short, Coldplay's tour was not just a FANTASTIC CONCERT, but also a model for #SustainableEntertainment 🎤🍃

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🌍🎶 Coldplay’s Mission to Fix the Planet 🌿✨ You could debate whether Coldplay's music is your jam or not, but one thing is undeniable: Coldplay is on a mission to help suck ... the carbon out of the atmosphere! 🎤🌱 As part of their 2022 “Music of the Spheres” World Tour, Coldplay is partnering with Climeworks to achieve a net-zero carbon footprint. Climeworks, a Swiss company, is at the forefront of direct carbon capture and storage technology. They operate the world's first commercial plant that captures CO2 directly from the air, stores it underground, and even turns it into stone. 🏭➡️🪨 Their latest plant, Orca, located in Iceland, can remove 4,000 tons of CO2 from the atmosphere each year. It’s powered by a nearby geothermal plant, making it an even more sustainable solution. 🌋 While reducing emissions is still paramount, carbon capture technology is becoming increasingly crucial in our fight against climate change. As Wagner from Climeworks aptly puts it, "It’s so late in the game it’s already necessary to take CO2 out of thin air." By taking these steps, Coldplay is not only making their tour environmentally friendly but also highlighting the innovative solutions needed to tackle climate change. Let's applaud their efforts and continue to support technologies that help create a sustainable future! 🌍👏 #Coldplay #Sustainability #ClimateAction #CarbonCapture #Climeworks #NetZero #MusicOfTheSpheres #GreenTour #Innovation #CleanEnergy

Coldplay’s Low-carbon Tour ‘Set a New Standard’🎵🎶 Kinetic dancefloors that turn dance moves into green energy helped Coldplay reduce emissions by 59% on their latest tour.🌱 That’s according to data verified by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), US, which said the band had set a “new standard for the music industry”. Eighteen shows were powered by a battery system made from recycled BMW batteries. The band arrived at some shows by train, cutting plane emissions. And for every ticket sold – 7million so far – a tree was planted via the global reforestation nonprofit One Tree Planted. Prof John Fernández, who reviewed Coldplay’s data, said the band was “modeling a trajectory toward a low carbon, biodiverse and equitable future” that set a benchmark for the industry. For more information visit our website: https://lnkd.in/dHwTyvFa #TEANA #Coldplay #Emissions #Logistics #Expediting #Expedited #SupplyChain

Happy Friday everyone, Here is some light and positive content to finish the week on a good note! Coldplay is reporting a 59% reduction in CO2 emissions on their tour following a pledge they made in 2021. It's a great example of breaking down emission sources and finding solutions and or alternatives. While concerts may not be primary contributors to climate change, the fact remains that ALL industries need to reach net zero. With that in mind it's wonderful to see this kind of initiative. You can find more information in the link below but I'll list a few key points that made this possible "-Solar-powered The Ocean Cleanup River Interceptors deployed 86% = average return and re-use rate of LED wristbands 
 -18 shows powered entirely using the tourable battery system in 2023 
(made from recycled BMW i3 batteries) -23 partnerships with green travel providersto help fans travel to shows via super-low carbon transport" Cheers, #happyfriday #happyfridayeveryone #sustainability #sustainablesolutions #coldplay

THIS is how you push the limit on sustainability in the concert design space.