Sustainability

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Our Commitment

Gospel Canarias is committed to a greener, more responsible future.
We believe music can inspire positive change — reducing our environmental impact, caring for our surroundings, and promoting well-being in our community.
Every concert, every rehearsal, every stage is a chance to do better.

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How We Do It

We apply sustainability criteria at every stage of the festival — from production to audience experience.
Our goal is to enjoy music while caring for the planet and its people.

Responsible Energy

• We prioritize renewable energy sources whenever possible.
• Lighting and sound are optimized to reduce energy consumption.
• We use efficient equipment and plan our setups carefully to avoid waste.

Materials and Circular Economy

• We reuse sets, signage, and decorations whenever possible.
• We choose local suppliers and materials that are durable or recyclable.
• We reduce single-use plastics in dressing rooms, catering, and sales areas.

Conscious Food Choices

• We prioritize local and seasonal products, supporting the Canary Islands’ economy.
• We minimize food waste and use reusable or compostable utensils.
• We offer vegetarian and vegan options for artists and staff.

Community, Accessibility & Inclusion

• We collaborate with local groups and organizations for cultural activities.
• We ensure universal accessibility so that everyone can enjoy the concerts.
• We promote safe, respectful, and diverse spaces, with equal opportunities for all.

Safety & Well-being

• We implement safety and health protocols in every production.
• We foster safe, harassment-free environments for audiences and performers.
• Our team and volunteers receive training in environmental and social best practices.

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Our Goals

For the coming editions, we aim to:

• Reduce energy and non-reusable materials by 20%.
• Ensure 100% of waste is sorted for recycling.
• Increase the number of local and sustainable suppliers.
• Publish an annual sustainability report with progress and improvements.

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Compliance & Legal Framework

Our sustainability actions follow the principles of the European Green Deal, the ISO 20121
Sustainable Events Management Standard, and Spanish environmental legislation:
• Law 7/2022 on waste and contaminated soils.
• Royal Decree 1055/2022 on packaging and packaging waste.
• EU Directive 2019/904 on single-use plastics.

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How You Can Help

• Use the recycling points during concerts.
• Bring your reusable bottle and avoid single-use plastics.
• Respect shared spaces and help us leave a positive footprint.
Because sustainability also sounds like gospel.

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Standards compliance