Rare Earth Good Clean Fun
Dec 13, 2024
Carly McLaughlin, a carbon emissions expert, Dale Vince, a green energy pioneer, and Danusha Samal, a sustainable entertainment advocate, come together to challenge the environmental impact of live events. They discuss groundbreaking initiatives in Liverpool aiming to marry fun with sustainability. Highlights include innovations like battery-powered equipment for concerts and plant-based catering options. The conversation also tackles the complexities of reducing waste in sports and entertainment while maintaining their joyful essence.
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Value of Live Entertainment
- Live entertainment holds significant cultural value, fostering human connection and profound personal impact.
- Prioritizing carbon reduction in entertainment is crucial, but shouldn't compromise its existence.
Liverpool's Green Initiative
- Liverpool's Accelerator City project aims to make the city a hub for low-carbon live events and film production.
- The project involves implementing best practices, addressing gaps, and sharing learnings with other cities globally.
Minimizing Music Equipment Transport
- Reduce carbon costs in live music by minimizing equipment transport and utilizing standardized equipment in venues.
- Consider a 'plug and play' model to reduce the need for each act to bring their own equipment.