Environment
BOOM ECO PARADIGM
Our Mission is to Protect and Regenerate our Precious Earth.
At Boom, we are dedicated to actively regenerating and nurturing the Earth. We believe that our responsibility is to leave Nature in a healthier, more vibrant state than when we found her, and Boomland as a starting point. As with all human endeavors, Boom acknowledges its impact on both the natural world and the social environment, and we are committed to being accountable for it.
Ecological consciousness is woven into every aspect of our festival, before, during and after the event. It is a daily work since we first entered Boomland back in 2010. We view Boom and Boomland as a unique opportunity to inspire change and support nature’s regeneration. By harnessing the collective energy of thousands of Boomers, we aim to raise awareness and foster a deep connection with the Earth.
Our environmental program is built upon the following principles:
Regenerative Impact: We see Boom as a catalyst for positive change, striving to leave the land healthier and more resilient by the end of the festival.
Nature as Our Guide: We are committed to adapting our practices to harmonize with the natural environment, rather than forcing nature to adapt to us.
Holistic Environmental Approach: We have developed a custom environmental framework that permeates every level of our production, aiming to create meaningful change on local, regional and global scales.
Respect and Compliance: We adhere strictly to all legal regulations and environmental standards, ensuring our practices align with the highest principles of ecological stewardship.
Transparent Communication: We document, implement and communicate all our environmental initiatives clearly and transparently, ensuring that the Boom Team and Boomers are fully informed and engaged in our efforts.
Environmental Awareness: Throughout the festival, our Eco Team and Eco Guardians work tirelessly to cultivate respect for Nature among Boomers. We also offer lectures and workshops that delve into the importance of ecological regeneration and sustainable living.
Together, we can harness the power of community and creativity to protect, restore and regenerate the Earth. Explore more insights below to see how you can be part of this vital mission.
Boom's Environmental Program is not sponsored. It is a fully independent strategy, financed by ticket sales and developed by the Boom Festival in partnership with several organisations.
Its success depends upon the contribution of countless volunteers and upon all the Boomers who have fully integrated Boom's ethos into their lives. Boom's firm and pioneering commitment to be an environmentally conscious event has been recognised by several prestigious awards:
European Festival Award - Green Operations Award 2023
National Tourism Award - Sustainable Tourism category 2023
Outstanding Greener Festival Award 2023, 2018, 2016, 2014, 2012, 2010 and 2008
International Greener Festival - Greener Creative Award 2018
European Festival Award 2010 – Green’n’Clean Festival of the Year
European Festival Award 2012 – Shortlisted as one of the three greenest festivals of the year
European Festival Award 2014 - Nominated as one of the most environmentally friendly events of the year
Green Inspiration Award 2012
Member of the United Nations Music & Environment Stakeholder Initiative
Please take part in this environmental experience by taking care of your garbage, the land around you and by helping keep all organic systems in place. THANK YOU!