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Bobby Weir Awards Celebrate Green Music Initiatives
15 Apr
Summary
- Awards honor those integrating sustainability into the music industry.
- Manchester's Co-op Live recognized for sustainable venue operations.
- REVERB and Maggie Baird lauded for environmental advocacy work.
The third annual Music Sustainability Summit in Los Angeles recently presented the inaugural Bobby Weir Sustainability Awards. Named for the late Grateful Dead co-founder, these awards recognize individuals and organizations significantly advancing sustainability in the music sector. Leaders noted Bobby Weir's understanding of music's connection to community and his view of touring as a responsible ecosystem.
The first award celebrated Manchester UK's Co-op Live venue for its state-of-the-art sustainable practices. The venue operates on clean electricity, employs a zero-waste model, and has eliminated single-use plastics. It also promotes eco-friendly travel and dining, contributing significantly to its local community.
