Massive Attack, in partnership with Tyndall Centre for Climate Action Research, have shared a report from their low-carbon shows, with the stop in Bristol becoming their lowest-ever carbon emissions gig. Massive Attack’s first homecoming gig in five years has also broken a world record for producing the lowest ever carbon emissions, according to the report.
Scientists from the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research said in its report that the Bristol festival cut emissions by being 100% battery powered and selling 100% vegan food. It is hoped the event will now be used as template by other organisers to transform how outdoor festivals are hosted. Massive Attack’s Robert Del Naja – AKA 3D – said he is “grateful to the team and the fans that produced the world-leading event”.
The report was made by comparing emissions from Massive Attack’s show – known as the Act 1.5 – with the emissions from a standard hypothetical outdoor live music event. Act 1.5 produced 98% less power emissions than comparable shows, the report found. Vegan food and a fleet of electric vehicles also helped reduce catering emissions by 89% and haulage emissions by 70%.