Coldplay Goes Vegan‑Vibe: PETA Hits the Big Stage
Coldplay’s 2022 “Music of the Spheres” tour is already about to be the greenest ever, but the animal rights group PETA wants to make it even greener. They’ve sent an open‑letter urging the band to serve veg‑only grub at every gig.
Why the Vegan Angle?
- Animal farming is a climate culprit. PETA’s Director Elisa Allen points out that “beef burgers” are big climate offenders.
- Swapping burgers for bean‑based meals could halve emissions. The UN calls for an urgent shift to vegan diets to curb the climate crisis.
- “Cutting animal‑derived foods from concert venues is a no‑brainer,” Allen says with a wink.
Coldplay’s Bold, Plant‑Powered Plan
Coldplay’s manager team has already committed to:
- Running each show on 100 % renewable electricity.
- Rewarding fans who travel to the stadiums by public transport with perks.
- Giving 10 % of ticket sales to climate‑charities and planting a tree for every ticket sold.
- Partnering with Climeworks (direct‑air‑capture pioneers) to aim for net‑zero carbon on the tour.
Band’s Take
Chris Martin and the crew were all in. “We’ve dreamed of this tour for years,” they say, “and we’re pumped to play songs from every era of our career. At the same time, we’re ridiculously aware of the climate crisis.” They’ve spent the past two years consulting environmental experts and are “really grateful” for the help so far.
Sound Investment Tour Notes
- All stages powered by green energy.
- Fans can enjoy the music and a healthier planet.
- And there’s an extra tasty incentive: a snack station with 100 % veg‑only fare, if PETA’s idea takes hold.
Will the band ditch their burger boxes for bean burgers? Only time will tell. The hope is, no matter the menu, Coldplay’s 2022 world tour will keep humming beautiful tunes while one step greener.
