Milky Change

The environment is changing and so are we.

Here is how

Why we started
Milky Change

We love life, music, our planet, and our families
- As touring musicians and parents, we are acutely aware of the visible consequences of the climate crisis – and of our responsibility.
  
  We keep asking ourselves: How can we better protect what we love? How can we do what we love more responsibly? How do we shape touring, production, and our everyday lives as musicians in a future-proof way?
That’s why we launched Milky Change in 2019
- Milky Change is our own sustainability initiative.
  
  It helps us to act more consciously and take responsibility. For us, sustainability means more than just climate protection – it is also about community, fairness, and justice. Sustainability is not about being perfect. It’s about taking first steps and getting better along the way.
  
  To us, sustainability is not a trend – it’s a mindset.
Less talk, more rock – real change & action
- And we can only do this together with you.
  
  On this page we will take you along for the ride.
  We will share what is working – and what is not working (yet). We believe that change works best when you make it happen in a transparent and collective way.

Our Principles

We follow these three core principles:

"Synchronize" -
with what matters
- We want to tour in harmony with the planet. That means: we avoid emissions wherever possible. We offset emissions only if we cannot avoid them.
"Down by the River" -
regional & fair
- From merch to tour catering – we work with local partners whenever we can. We emphasize fair trade, production and transparent sourcing.
"Making a Change" -
with hands-on action
- We want more than just to avoid emissions – we want to drive real change. Through community efforts, engagement, and a clear stance, we use our handprint to make a positive impact on people and the planet: Open, honest, and together.

Implementation

How we put this into practice at our own shows

Mobility & Logistics
- - Travel awareness guide for band & crew
  - No domestic flights unless there’s absolutely no other option
  - Communication to fans about sustainable travel; public transport included in German show tickets
  - Lean logistics: only one truck on tour
Catering
- - Green Rider
  - Vegetarian/vegan food for crew catering
  - Organic food and regional suppliers wherever possible
  - Filtered tap water instead of bottled water for band & crew
Merch & Energy
- - 100 % organic cotton merch – GOTS & OEKO-TEX 100 certified, no synthetic fibers
  - Vegan & fair trade merch – PETA Approved Vegan and Fair Wear Foundation (Leader Status)
  - Eco-conscious finishing on merch – embroidery with Lyocell thread (no polyester), GOTS/OEKO-TEX certified textile inks
  - Sustainably printed merch – by using inks that are free from cobalt and mineral oil
  - Bring your own shirt & live screen-printing of merch at our shows
  - 100% LED technology for lighting
Social
- - Discounted tickets for greater (social) accessibility at our own concerts
  - Fair pay & respectful, safe work environments for crew
  - Diversity among partners and support acts actively considered
  - Partnerships with initiatives like Viva con Agua, Schule ohne Rassismus, Wilderness International, and more
Backstage & General
- - Reusable materials for stage and set design
  - No single-use plastic
  - Green Euro added to each ticket to fund sustainability efforts
Kassel 2025
- - At our big show in Kassel in August 2025, every ticket included a “sustainable euro.” This budget was used to invest in sustainable measures on site like sustainable toilets, our awareness team or sustainability consulting.
  - In addition, and independently of the sustainable euro, we donated €5,000 to Wilderness International, supporting their work to protect rainforest in Canada. If you want to help protect a piece of the Milky Chance Forest and preserve ancient rainforests, you can join in here.
  - Curious about what we put into action in Kassel and the impact we’ve achieved together? Take a look at our recap video above and results infographic.