From solar-powered stages, to plastic-free merch tables and innovative tour practices, some artists are finding creative ways to make their shows more sustainable and showing the world that live music can be both electrifying and eco-conscious.

In this blog post, we shine a light on some of the musicians who are turning their concerts into platforms for environmental change, inspiring fans to groove with a greener conscience and turning the stage into a platform for real and necessary change. 

Billy Eilish 

Billie Eilish teamed up with REVERB for her 2024/2025 HIT ME HARD AND SOFT tour to cut down on touring emissions and take climate action.

Key initiatives included:

• Eco-Action Village at every stop with free water refill stations, plant-based pledges, local climate orgs, and voter registration.

• Tour footprint cuts like fewer trucks and buses.

• Sustainable merch using recycled/organic materials and eco-friendly packaging.

• Waste reduction through donations, composting, and recycling programs.

Source : https://reverb.org/tour/billie-eilish-hit-me-hard-and-soft-world-tour/

Coldplay

We have to mention Coldplay, setting a new standard for sustainable touring with their Music of the Spheres World Tour:

• 59% reduction in direct CO₂ emissions vs. their 2016–17 tour, beating their 50% goal

• Kinetic dance floors and power bikes let fans generate electricity during shows

• Prioritized train travel to cut carbon footprint

• Planted 9 million trees—one for every ticket sold—in partnership with One Tree Planted

Source : The Guardian 

Jack Johnson

Jack Johnson, the Hawaiian singer-songwriter, has been a pioneer in sustainable touring since the early 2000s. His concerts serve as a model for music-driven climate action:

• Donates $2 per ticket to carbon offset projects and environmental nonprofits

• Uses reusable pint cups and water refill stations to cut single-use plastics

• Creates a “Village Green” at shows, spotlighting local environmental groups and rewarding eco-friendly fan actions

• Sells sustainable merch like reusable utensils and tote bags

Source : https://jackjohnsonmusic.com/greening/2022

New Technologies Powering Innovation in the Music Industry:

1. Thermoelectric Generators (TEGs): Turning Body Heat into Power

What if your body could power your devices? Thermoelectric generators (TEGs) make it possible by converting body heat into electricity. This cutting-edge technology opens new doors in healthcare, fitness, and even the concert world—where wearables and smart devices can be powered by your own warmth.

Source : https://www.altenergymag.com/article/2020/10/harnessing-body-heat-for-energy/33888 

2. Glasgow’s SWG3: Using Dancefloor Energy to Power the Club

In Glasgow, the SWG3 venue is taking sustainability to the dancefloor. Its innovative Bodyheat system captures heat from dancing crowds and stores it underground to heat and cool the building year-round. This eco-friendly system is expected to reduce CO₂ emissions by 70 tonnes annually.

Source : BBC

From Coldplay’s eco-tours to clubs powered by dance moves, the future of entertainment is getting greener. These innovations prove that even small actions—like dancing or wearing a smart device—can help build a more sustainable world.

At Copperpeace, we’re inspired by artists who are reimagining live music with the planet in mind. We can’t wait to see what’s next.

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How Creative Artists Are Making Their Concerts more Sustainable and Environmentally-Friendly