Sustainability

  • About

    • Sustainability is more than a buzzword for us – it is a deeply rooted philosophy that permeates every aspect of our operations. As Muziekgieterij, our goal is to constantly evolve in the area of sustainability, with the ultimate goal of working together to create a greener society.

    • Core areas of our sustainability strategy:
    • Circular use of materials.
    • Conscious choice of suppliers
    • Flexible and adaptive approach
    • Balance between practical feasibility and ambitious goals

    We are affiliated with the Green Leisure Group, which focuses on making the cultural sector more sustainable. In addition, we are audited annually by the Environmental Barometer on our sustainability performance. Through the Green Stages covenant, we share knowledge, set objective goals and monitor our progress.

    Waste and circular use

    Our approach begins with waste reduction and separation. We carefully separate various waste streams: paper, glass, plastic, cans, organic waste, oil residues, textiles, electronic and chemical waste. Our goal is simple but ambitious: to reduce the use of single-use plastics and minimize the proportion of residual waste.

    Hardcups

    As the first pop venue in the Netherlands, we switched completely to reusable hardcups. These cups are:

    • 100% recyclable
    • Reusable hundreds of times
    • Easily washable

    The result? We save more than a million plastic cups and bottles every year.

    Food and drinks

    Our culinary philosophy revolves around conscious choices:

    • Carefully selected, local ingredients
    • Fresh, daily meals without waste
    • A diverse assortment of vegetarian, vegan and traditional options
    • Inclusive menu with options for different dietary needs

    We constantly seek out the best local producers and offer a wide range: from kombucha and kefir to six different non-alcoholic beers.

    Energy and facilities


    Our sustainability efforts go beyond visible aspects:

    • Heating with waste heat from district heating
    • Solar panels under development to reduce CO2 emissions
    • LED lighting in all areas
    • Smart energy management system for lighting and air conditioning
    • Innovative water saving systems such as Aquafox and fastdrips

    Mobility and community


    We actively promote sustainable transportation:

    • Company bicycle plan for employees
    • Spacious bicycle parking with camera surveillance
    • Encouraging public transportation
    • Smart route planning for visitors coming by car

    Social commitment


    We support local initiatives such as QUIET, donating a portion of each entrance ticket to promote solidarity with people in poverty situations.

    Continuous improvement


    Sustainability is a journey, not a destination. We recognize that we are still learning and growing. Our mission is to continue to research, innovate and make sustainable choices with undivided attention.

    We embed sustainability in our operations through:

    • Work Rules
    • Protocols
    • Constant communication
    • Open discussions

    Every choice, every process, every moment is an opportunity to reduce our environmental impact and strengthen our role in a more sustainable future.