This Tree Grows Green

In the spirit of continuous improvement, Tree Sound Studios has committed to offsetting 100% of their electricity related CO2 emissions from 2006 forward. That means that any album produced at their Norcross, GA facility will be made with renewable energy.

Fifty percent of our power comes from Atlanta’s methane gas producing landfill and fifty percent of our power is offset by purchasing renewable (wind, solar and biomass) energy credits from Green Mountain Energy. By purchasing renewable energy credits in 2006, Tree Sound Studios helped avoid over 196,000 pounds of CO2, a harmful greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. That is like not driving over 218,000 miles or like planting about 11,800 Trees. To put this in perspective, it has the equivalent environmental impact of recycling over 484,000 aluminum cans or over 78,000 pounds of newspaper. By purchasing these renewable energy credits Tree Sound Studios is helping to avoid over 89 metric tons of CO2 emissions – this is a significant step towards reducing their business’ carbon footprint.

We are taking further steps to be green by using LED and compact fluorescents where possible in the studio. We are using Seventh Generation cleaning products, which are biodegradable and also recycled office supplies. Our newest planned endeavor is planting an organic herb, spice and vegetable garden on site to help educate and feed our staff and clients and enjoy the peace of nature. In 2007 we hope to get the roof lined with solar panels and be making biodiesel for bands on the road. Last but not least, Tree now plants a tree everyday and one for every ticket sold to our live events.

Be GREEN with us! “Come plant your future!”