As Glastonbury Festival 2024 gears up to welcome approximately 200,000 music enthusiasts to Worthy Farm, organizers are doubling down on their commitment to sustainability. In a recent social media announcement, festival officials urged attendees to bring durable camping gear that can be taken home and reused after the event.
Building on their environmental initiatives, which have become a hallmark of the festival, organizers highlighted that 98% of tents were responsibly removed by attendees last year, setting a high bar for this year’s environmental stewardship.
“Love the farm, leave no trace,” the statement emphasized, urging participants to help surpass previous cleanup records and minimize the festival’s ecological footprint.
The festival, renowned for its green ethos, has made significant strides in waste reduction. Over recent years, efforts such as banning plastic bottles and restricting the use of compostable or reusable dining utensils have contributed to a visible decline in post-event waste levels. Volunteers diligently sort waste to maximize composting and recycling, with the majority of cleanup operations typically completed by Monday afternoon.
Reflecting on the progress, cleanup team leaders Kirstine and Rocky noted the satisfying transformation of the festival grounds post-event. “It’s really satisfying,” Rocky shared, contrasting today’s cleaner environment with past years when single-use plastics and polystyrene were prevalent.
In addition to encouraging sustainable camping practices, organizers have also discouraged the use of disposable vapes, citing environmental concerns and potential hazards.
As gates open today for the five-day extravaganza, headlined by Dua Lipa, Coldplay, and SZA, with the Legends Slot featuring Shania Twain, Glastonbury Festival stands poised to showcase not only musical talent but also its ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility.