What we do

We work for a sustainable music scene for current and future generations of music creators, performers, and professionals.

The Partnership for Sustainable Development in Music seeks to serve as the platform that brings together leaders and change-makers to tackle cross-cutting challenges of the music scene that no one can solve alone. The partnership aims to build the necessary conditions for developing a sustainable music industry — for current and future generations of music creators, performers, and professionals.

Our Principles for Collective Action and Commitment

Creating change together

Sustainable development requires cross-sector collaboration. Our goal is to connect professionals, from small and large businesses to institutions and organizations, and to create spaces and networks for collective action.

Grounded in data and insight

Our work is based on solid data and shared knowledge. We prioritise building on relevant insights across the music scene.

Committed to making change happen

We set high standards, including for ourselves, and we engage others to turn ambitions into action.

Curious about new approaches

Transforming systems, structures, and organisations demands openness to new ways of working — and the courage to change behaviors.

Generosity as a foundation

Meaningful change thrives on sharing ideas, resources, and experiences. We create value together and believe generosity is essential for inclusive progress. We never let individual interests overshadow the collective good.

Focus on Cross-Cutting Challenges

We develop solutions that cut across the music ecosystem and build the capacity for change within organisations.

Our work centers on three key dimensions of sustainable development:

Green and Responsible Music Scene

Music industry professionals must take active responsibility for the environment and climate in their actions and decisions, thereby minimising harm and accelerating positive contributions to the green transition.

A Socially Responsible Music Scene

A responsible music scene puts people first. Professionals must champion well-being, equality, inclusion, and healthy work environments across the industry.

Strengthening Music Industry Infrastructures

Music infrastructures encompass the essential systems, structures and frameworks that allow music creators, performers, and professionals to thrive. By reinforcing these foundations, we aim to enable a music scene that fosters collaboration and delivers both economic and social value.