The wristbands used in Coldplay's Music of the Spheres World Tour are made from 100% compostable, plant-based plastic sourced from sugarcane, making them both reusable and recyclable
. Concert attendees are encouraged to return the wristbands after the show so they can be sanitized, recharged, and reused at future venues
. On average, about 86% of the wristbands distributed are returned by attendees, with some cities like Seoul achieving up to 99% return rates, making the wristbands highly reusable and recyclable
. This high return rate allows Coldplay to reduce wristband production by approximately 80%, significantly lowering waste and emissions associated with the tour
. In summary:
- Wristbands are 100% reusable and recyclable, made from compostable plant-based materials.
- Average return rate is around 86%, with some cities reaching up to 99%.
- Returned wristbands are sanitized and recharged for reuse at subsequent shows.
- This system reduces wristband production by about 80%, contributing to the tour's sustainability goals.
Thus, a substantial majority of the Music of the Spheres wristbands are reused and recycled through an effective return and refurbishment program.
