November 2025

20 sustainable sound How eco-innovation is changing touring The roar of the crowd, the pulse of the bass, the lights cutting through the dark — touring has al- ways been the beating heart of the music industry. But behind the spectacle lies a costly truth: live shows generate massive carbon emissions. From private jets and tour buses to single- use plastics and lighting rigs, the traditional concert circuit has long left a heavy footprint. Now, in 2025, a new wave of artists and production teams are rewrit- ing the rules — proving that sustainability and spectacle can coexist. Photos by | RDNE Stock project