Reverb (non-profit) explained

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 environmentalist Lauren Sullivan and her musician husband, Guster guitarist/vocalist Adam Gardner.

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.[1]

Reverb provides learning experiences designed to engage volunteers with local nonprofit groups. Customers can also donate money for environmental causes and receive a sticker.[2]

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

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Rocking to a New Tune – Reverb Helps Green-Up 2009 Summer Concert Tours . www.greenandsave.com/ . 26 April 2009 . September 26, 2012 . Rice, Shawn . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090528081923/http://www.greenandsave.com/green_news/green_entertainment/rocking_to_a_new_tune_reverb_helps_greenup_2009_summer_concert_tours . 28 May 2009 .
  2. Web site: Jason Mraz Teams Up With Brita® FilterForGood® Music Project to Reduce Bottled Water Waste on North American Tour. August 15, 2012. www.marketwire.com. September 26, 2012. Kargas, David.
  3. Web site: Spotlight - Guster Is First Artist Featured on PA Environmental Council's New Website. paenvironmentdigest.com. September 26, 2012.
  4. News: Harry Styles - Live on Tour • Reverb. Reverb. 2018-11-27. en-US.
  5. Web site: Gaia Grove with REVERB @ #Lilith LA 2010 #LF10LA. Gaia Grove website. 13 August 2017. Clarke. Amy. 14 July 2010.