Despite dropping their latest album “Everyday Life,” Coldplay has announced that they won’t be touring for it. Why? To protect the environment. Lead singer Chris Martin told BBC that they’ll be taking a year or two to find a way to make the tour carbon neutral and sustainable. They even have ambitions to eradicate single-use-plastic at their shows, and use solar power for energy.
This brings up a relevant topic, which is the environmental impact of concerts and festivals. With hundreds to thousands of attendees per event, and hundreds to thousands of event per year, it’s safe to say that the impact on the earth of disposable goods is taking its toll. Coldplay’s move hopefully signifies a shift in a more green direction for the future.