∞ Ecobound ≈

Ecobound returns in 2013 with initiatives that range from planting trees to powering areas of the festival with the sun. Here at Southbound we’re all about carbon minimisation and making sure our footprint on the planet is as friendly as possible, so without further ado let us introduce you to Ecobound 2013;

This year, a $3 Green Fee has been added on top of the ticket prices so that patrons are able to contribute to reducing their carbon footprint at an event like this. Speaking of a friendly carbon footprint, the team at Festival Budi have kindly helped us set up a carpooling system where by those with spare seats in their car can fill them up with people looking for lifts down to Southbound. Filling up one car with four people significantly reduces the amount of CO2 gas emission per person, visit www.festivalbudi.com for more information.

There will also be several Recycling Stations strategically positioned around the festival site to capture the various waste streams, allowing punters to do their bit in making Southbound a greener festival. All biodegradable waste from the festival will be composted offsite and will end up in local farmer gardens ensuring it is put to good use.

The Green Team will be back in force at Southbound 2013 ensuring that everyone is in the know regarding what they can do to make their stay as green as possible. Stop and say hi as well as give them a high five for the awesome job they do! We’re also encouraging patrons to collect recyclable waste and in exchange for every bag collected we’ll reward them with a $5 Green Money voucher, redeemable  at the Music Store or for a beverage.

On top of this, part of the Green Fee will assist us in planting trees with our friends Greening Australia in the SW region. The aim is to promote biodiversity as well as help reduce the level of greenhouse gases.

Southbound 2013 will also provide a free platform for various environmental organisations to promote their messages with several Eco Stalls throughout the site. There will also be strict packaging policies in place for all stallholders ensuring that food only be served on biodegradable packaging.

These initiatives have seen Southbound receive two A Greener Festival awards in the past, of which we are extremely proud of and it is a trend we hope to continue for many more years to come.

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Friday 4th & Saturday 5th January 2013