Sustainability

Camp Flog Gnaw 2024 will feature a series of sustainability initiatives to account for our emissions, improve waste diversion, and pilot new programs and technologies. We're conscious of our impact and committed to protecting the natural environment. Thank you for your support and participation in these efforts!

CARBON & ENERGY

We are committed to reducing carbon emissions by decreasing our energy consumption and increasing our use of renewable energy. Highlighted efforts:

Tracking and measuring event-related carbon emissions
Using energy efficient technologies like LED lights
Sourcing renewable diesel for our generators
Using electric generators and electric utility carts
New in 2024, we are partnering with REVERB's Music Decarbonization Project to decarbonize the Flog and Gnaw Stages with hybridized power and renewable energy sources.

WASTE & MATERIALS

Our festival implements a comprehensive waste diversion and sustainable materials strategy to divert waste away from the landfill. The strategy includes:

Creating signage and décor pieces that can be reused at future events
In partnership with r.Cup, providing cups for cold beverages to be collected, washed, and reused at future events (please remember to return the cups to the r.Cup bins)
Composting all food scraps
Donating leftover food to local nonprofits / shelters
Recycling plastics, aluminum, paper, cardboard, and glass
Donating leftover materials to local nonprofit organizations

WATER

We are committed to reducing our water consumption and reducing the use of single-use plastic water bottles. Our approach:

Providing water refilling stations throughout the festival
Replacing a portion of virgin plastic water bottles with recycled plastic bottles and reusable drinkware
Joining the #BYOBottle Campaign and encouraging all staff and attendees to bring their own reusable water bottle

STEWARDSHIP

We are dedicated to supporting local environmental protection, conservation, and reclamation efforts. Our actions:

Working with vendors committed to sustainability and employing environmental best practices
Encouraging vendors to source food from local producers, prioritizing ingredients from within a 250-mile radius
Encouraging vendors to source organic and fair-trade foods

ENGAGEMENT

We are committed to leaving a positive environmental legacy and engaging attendees in our sustainability strategy. Highlighted initiatives:

Placing sustainability staff throughout the festival to support waste diversion and provide education on composting and recycling practices
Including sustainability program details on our website
Educating and engaging our staff, vendors, and artists on our sustainability initiatives

HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED?

We invite YOU to join us in making Camp Flog Gnaw more sustainable! You can join us by:

Returning your r.Cup to designated collection bins located throughout the festival
Joining the BYOBottle campaign and bringing your own reusable water bottle
Carpooling, using public transportation, or driving low-emission vehicles
Turning off lights and appliances when you leave your home or hotel room
Sharing our sustainability initiatives on social media with the hashtag #CFGSustainability

2024 SUSTAINABILITY PARTNERS

Camp Flog Gnaw's sustainability initiatives are aligned with Goldenvoice/AEG Sustainability's overall strategy and organized by strategic impact areas. Each impact area is mapped to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The inclusion of corresponding SDGs demonstrates the importance of each initiative in addressing global challenges and building a more sustainable future for all.