SUSTAINABILITY

Seattle is one of the top green cities in the U.S., reflecting the increasing global need for positive environmental impact. In 2008 Decibel has made a commitment to work toward sustainability - this will be reflected throughout Decibel's programming, hotel and transportation partners, sponsors, educational outreach and other components:

  • Implementation of a recycling program at all Decibel venues
  • Bicycle rental offered as alternative transportation option to cars in-city
  • Mass Transit or train usage encouraged if biking is not viable option
  • Bio-diesel generators in use for specific event(s)
  • Main festival hotel, Best Western Executive Inn, one of the few Green Hotels in Seattle is hosting all dB artists in eco-rooms

The first step in becoming sustainable is to understand environmental impact by calculating a carbon footprint. Decibel is working towards calculating their carbon footprint, and in the meantime you can too. Visit the Sustainable Travel International (non-profit) carbon calculator to understand your environmental impact and offset your carbon usage through a donation.