For What It’s Earth

Greening the music industry: Can gigs, touring and our listening habits be more sustainable?

November 26, 2025·53 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

The music industry is an ecosystem in itself, and one that's come under fire lately for its massive associated carbon footprint and waste production. Between the recording, live shows and touring, music publishing, digital streaming, distribution, and promotion, music is increasingly dominant in the modern landscape of entertainment. There are endless not-so-green elements, and we're here to explore the endless potential improvements, too. This show was originally delivered as part of the wonderful British Science Festival in Liverpool!   Get in touch We're on Instagram, Bluesky, and email forwhatitsearthpod@gmail.com. Send us your Listener Questions and weekly One Good Thing For The Planet.   Support the show: Help us keep podding with a donation through Ko-fi or grab an organic cotton FWIE tee.  & subscribe so you never miss an episode! For What It’s Earth is hosted and produced by Emma Brisdion and Sophie Pavelle, and edited and mixed by Mark Skinner (2024).

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