Reverb (non-profit)

Reverb is a non-profit environmental organization that aims to educate and engage musicians and their fans to promote environmental sustainability. It was founded by American environmentalist Lauren Sullivan and her musician husband, Guster guitarist/vocalist Adam Gardner.[1]

The organization's services include carbon neutral concerts and venues, biodiesel for vehicles and generators, waste reduction, biodegradable catering products; recycling, green bus supplies and cleaners, energy efficiency, green contract rider, environmentally sustainable merchandise, green sponsorship, and educational outreach.[2]

Reverb provides learning experiences designed to engage volunteers with local nonprofit groups. Customers can also donate money for environmental causes and receive a sticker.[1]

The group has worked with artists including Drake, Jason Mraz,[1] The Dead, Phish, Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer,[2][3] Harry Styles,[4] Guster, Barenaked Ladies, Maroon 5, and the Lilith Fair.[5]

References

  1. ^ a b c Kargas, David (August 15, 2012). "Jason Mraz Teams Up With Brita® FilterForGood® Music Project to Reduce Bottled Water Waste on North American Tour". www.marketwire.com. Retrieved September 26, 2012.
  2. ^ a b Rice, Shawn (26 April 2009). "Rocking to a New Tune – Reverb Helps Green-Up 2009 Summer Concert Tours". www.greenandsave.com/. Archived from the original on 28 May 2009. Retrieved September 26, 2012.
  3. ^ "Spotlight - Guster Is First Artist Featured on PA Environmental Council's New Website". paenvironmentdigest.com. Retrieved September 26, 2012.
  4. ^ "Harry Styles - Live on Tour • Reverb". Reverb. Retrieved 2018-11-27.
  5. ^ Clarke, Amy (14 July 2010). "Gaia Grove with REVERB @ #Lilith LA 2010 #LF10LA". Gaia Grove website. Retrieved 13 August 2017.