Live Earth

Live Earth
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Name	Live Earth
Location	Worldwide
Start date	July 7, 2007
End date	July 7, 2007
Number of shows	11

Live Earth was a series of concerts held on July 7, 2007, to raise awareness about Climate Change and promote Sustainability, featuring performances by Madonna, The Police, Kanye West, and Bon Jovi. The event was inspired by Al Gore's documentary An Inconvenient Truth and was supported by United Nations Environment Programme, The Climate Group, and Conservation International. The concerts were held in New York City, London, Paris, Tokyo, Sydney, and other cities around the world, with NBC, BBC, and MSNBC providing live coverage.

Introduction

The concept of Live Earth was developed by Al Gore, Kevin Wall, and Pharrell Williams, with the goal of raising awareness about Global Warming and promoting Renewable Energy sources. The event was supported by Greenpeace, World Wildlife Fund, and The Nature Conservancy, among other Environmental Organizations. Live Earth was also endorsed by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, European Commission President José Manuel Barroso, and California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. The event featured a range of performances, from Rock Music to Hip Hop, with artists such as Red Hot Chili Peppers, Foo Fighters, and Rihanna participating.

Background

The idea for Live Earth was born out of the success of Al Gore's documentary An Inconvenient Truth, which highlighted the urgent need for Climate Action. The film was produced by Lawrence Bender and Scott Z. Burns, and featured Natalie Portman, Orlando Bloom, and Cameron Diaz as part of the Live Earth Advisory Board. The event was also inspired by the Live 8 concerts, which were held in 2005 to raise awareness about Poverty in Africa and promote Sustainable Development. Live Earth was supported by Microsoft, Dell, and PepsiCo, among other Corporate Partners.

Concerts_and_Performances

The Live Earth concerts featured a range of performances, from Snoop Dogg and Smashing Pumpkins to John Legend and Shakira. The event was hosted by Jimmy Fallon, Terra Naomi, and Ann Curry, among others. The concerts were held in Wembley Stadium, Giants Stadium, and Sydney Football Stadium, with BBC Radio 1, MTV, and VH1 providing live coverage. Performers such as Roger Waters, The Who, and Genesis also participated in the event, which was attended by Bill Clinton, Tony Blair, and Angela Merkel.

Impact_and_Reception

The Live Earth concerts were watched by an estimated 3 Billion People worldwide, with 175 Countries participating in the event. The event raised awareness about Climate Change and promoted Sustainable Living, with Al Gore and Kevin Wall receiving the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Special Class Program for their work on the event. Live Earth was also praised by United Nations Environment Programme, The Climate Group, and Conservation International, among other Environmental Organizations. However, the event was also criticized for its Carbon Footprint, with some critics arguing that the event's Greenhouse Gas Emissions outweighed its benefits.

Organization_and_Partnerships

The Live Earth concerts were organized by Control Room, a production company founded by Kevin Wall and Steve Miller. The event was supported by United Nations Environment Programme, The Climate Group, and Conservation International, among other Environmental Organizations. Live Earth also partnered with Microsoft, Dell, and PepsiCo, among other Corporate Partners, to promote Sustainable Development and reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions. The event was also endorsed by European Commission President José Manuel Barroso, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, and New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, among other World Leaders. Category:Music festivals