ROADMAP

Through using the Action Plan, the Problem Areas will be addressed and by 2030 European Festivals:

Will have implemented, reviewed and improved their sustainability strategies

Will be using distributed renewable energy generation systems or green-energy grid tariffs, while also cutting energy consumption and maximising energy efficiency

Will be maximising resources and reducing waste through prevention and reuse.

Will have eliminated single-use plastic where appropriate, with any unavoidable plastic that reaches disposal stage being recycled to a high standard.

Will be sending zero waste to landfill.

Will be sourcing all food and beverage from the local areas when available, opting for wholesome and organic produce.

Will be efficiently promoting, providing and encouraging low carbon travel and transport for production, suppliers, crew, performers and audiences.

Will have reduced the use of potable water to drinking and sanitation purposes only, and to be using only eco-friendly cleaning products.

Will be separating all liquid waste from sewage, with wastewater being treated to the highest available standard and reused efficiently, nutrients extracted and returned to agriculture, and energy recovered from solid matter.

Will be collaborating and planning together with their local communities and will be protecting and enhancing local habitats and ecosystems.