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Coldplay's Eco-Friendly Tour Exceeds Carbon Reduction Goals

The band reports a 59% decrease in emissions for their Music of the Spheres tour, surpassing their initial target.

Coldplay performing on stage at Wembley Stadium, north London, during their 'Music of the Spheres' tour. CREDIT: Suzan Moore/PA Images via Getty Images
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Chris Martin of Coldplay

Overview

  • Coldplay's sustainable initiatives include kinetic dancefloors, power bikes, and reduced air travel.
  • The tour has seen the planting of seven million trees, one for each ticket sold.
  • MIT verified the band's claims, highlighting their impact on the music industry's environmental standards.
  • 72% of tour waste has been diverted from landfills for reuse, recycling, and composting.
  • Coldplay continues to explore innovative ways to make touring more eco-friendly.