Titled “Ecological Transition in the Music Sector: A Learning Platform to Drive Change”, the initiative responds directly to the growing impact of the climate crisis on live music. Under the guiding theme “Live Music in the Age of Climate Crisis: Time to Rethink Our Practices”, the programme invites participants to rethink how music is created, produced, and experienced.

At the heart of the platform is a comprehensive MOOC featuring 15 thematic learning paths. Developed by European experts, the courses combine theory with hands-on knowledge, offering educational resources, practical tools, recent studies, quizzes, and insights based on several years of research in the field.

The programme is designed for a wide range of participants across the music ecosystem. It is particularly relevant for musicians and bands, producers, booking agents, festival and concert organisers, venue managers, technicians, and production teams. It also welcomes students, educators, and anyone interested in understanding the environmental impact of live entertainment.

What sets this platform apart is its accessibility and flexibility. All content is available online, free of charge, and can be followed at one’s own pace. The courses are open to everyone, regardless of prior knowledge, age, or technical skills, making them an inclusive entry point into sustainability practices.

The learning experience is structured across three levels, from fundamentals to advanced topics and practical application. Participants can explore a wide range of themes, including mobility, digital practices, sustainable purchasing, carbon footprint, energy use, waste management, biodiversity, food sustainability, and the relationship between music and ecology. Additional modules address infrastructure, policies, and cooperation within the sector.

Each module includes case studies, real-world examples, actionable guides, and concrete tools such as assessment frameworks and downloadable resources. The content is continuously updated to reflect the latest research and industry developments.

To ensure broad accessibility across Europe and beyond, most courses are available in multiple languages, including English, French, German, and Spanish.

With contributions from experts such as Pablo Belime, Gwendolenn Sharp, Derek Salmon, Elise Deremaux, and Nika Brunet Milunovic, the platform represents a collaborative effort to support the live music sector in its transition toward more sustainable practices.

As environmental concerns become increasingly central to cultural production, initiatives like this provide not only knowledge, but also concrete pathways for change.