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K-Pop’s CD Problem: Environmental Groups Sound Alarm on Industry’s Carbon Footprint
K-pop's physical album sales surge raises alarms as environmental groups calculate the carbon footprint of CDs.
According to a study by Britain’s Keele University, producing a single CD generates approximately 500 grams of carbon emissions, per the AFP report. HYBE, the entertainment powerhouse behind BTS, responded to environmental concerns, telling AFP they are “using eco-friendly materials for our albums, video publications and official merchandise, minimizing plastics,” though specific details weren’t provided. Kpop4Planet continues to advocate for change through protests outside music label headquarters and petition campaigns targeting what they term “Plastic Album Sins.” The group aims to hold the industry accountable while supporting artists themselves, acknowledging that “boycotting isn’t an option” for dedicated fans.
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