HOPE SOLUTIONS 

 LUKE HOWELL 

Luke has made a significant contribution to climate action and sustainability, particularly within the live events, music, media and entertainment sectors. He has shaped the environmental strategies of many high-profile projects and programmes within the wider industry.

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He leads Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres tour sustainability programme - achieving a 59% reduction in emissions to date (an achievement recognised by MIT and the World Economic Forum) - and worked on major events such as the The Earthshot Prize, Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee and King Charles III Coronation Concert.

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A Chartered Environmentalist, Fellow of IEMA and the RSA, Luke advises multiple organisations, such as Glastonbury Festival, Netflix, Warner Music Group, Spotify, and Live Nation’s global Green Nation programme.

 EMILY FORD 

Emily is a sustainability leader who previously drove sustainability initiatives at the world’s largest entertainment corporation, Live Nation as well as leading Boomtown's sustainability agenda. With a background in live events and expertise in carbon reduction and regulatory compliance, she has developed deep knowledge in both strategic and operational sustainability.

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Leading our Business Services at Hope Solutions, she takes a strategic approach to developing client materials and managing complex projects, helping businesses to demonstrate leadership and accountability by embedding sustainability at their core. She has played a pivotal role in helping businesses understand the sustainability landscape, reduce reputational and operational risks and navigate incoming regulations at a global scale.

 PHOEBE CURRIE 

Phoebe is a registered environmental professional (REnvP), a Practitioner Member of IEMA (PIEMA), and has an MSc in Environmental Sustainability. She has extensive experience driving sustainable change in the live events industry. Formerly a sustainability manager for a technical production company, she has won several awards for her impactful projects, including the inaugural TPi Green Award.
 

Phoebe specialises in low-carbon event production and business sustainability strategies focusing on education, data tracking, and social impact.

Passionate about advancing sustainability at every level of the industry, Phoebe is a specialist consultant to the Professional Light and Sound Association (PLASA), and spearheads an industry-wide initiative to standardise Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) reporting frameworks.

 IZZY MILLS 

Izzy was named one of Access All Areas Magazine’s 30 Under Thirty in 2024 for her contributions to sustainability across entertainment.

With a degree in Environmental Science and previous consulting experience in the social housing sector, she has a strong foundation in data analysis and stakeholder engagement. 

Izzy is a specialist in carbon management, ESG strategy development and compliance reporting and as Sustainability Manager at Hope Solutions, her analytical approach lends itself to supporting clients with their emissions measurement, materiality assessment and training requirements. 
 

Her expertise in ISO standards and B Corp Certification ensures organisations achieve measurable progress toward net zero and meet the highest sustainability benchmarks.

 EMILY BINES 

Emily has over 15 years of experience in music and entertainment, spanning live events, masters, publishing, and beyond. Her diverse background gives her a well-rounded understanding of the industry.

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She holds a certification in Sustainability: Strategies and Operations for Industry from the MIT Sloan School of Management and is furthering her education with a Professional Certification in Sustainability from MIT.

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As the first U.S. hire at Hope Solutions, Emily consults across various clients, including Netflix, supporting their event sustainability initiatives. She is passionate about driving strategies that balance innovation, efficiency, and environmental and social responsibility to ensure long-term success.

 BRYONIE MATHEWS 

Bryonie has spent over a decade working on the ground at live events, notably with Glastonbury, Shambala and Boomtown whilst earning a 1st class degree in Sustainable Festival Management. 

With experience in impact measurement and strategy, she has developed deep expertise in sustainable event operations and impact assessment. 

As Live Events Manager at Hope Solutions, she brings a hands-on approach to supporting our festival and live events clients with sustainability implementation. Her focus on practical, scalable solutions ensures long-term environmental improvements. A notable achievement includes leading Green Initiatives at Glastonbury Festival.

 LINDSAY FRASER 

Lindsay has led high-level operations across events, tourism, and hospitality for over a decade, supporting independent businesses and large-scale enterprises. With expertise in business operations and sustainability, she has developed deep knowledge in organisational efficiency.

As General Manager at Hope Solutions, she oversees the company’s day-to-day functions while supporting both clients and the internal team. Her strategic approach has been integral to the company’s B Corp certification and continued growth, ensuring smooth operations and long-term impact.

 SOPHIA WOLFF 

As a fashion graduate, Sophia experienced firsthand the environmental impact of the industry and felt a strong desire to approach things differently. With a background in event coordination and an interest in music, she believes that large events and festivals have the influential power to spark meaningful change.

Now pursuing a Master’s in Sustainability and Management, Sophia joins the team as a project assistant. Working across the company Sophia is supporting client work as well as on site interventions at client event locations.

 LAURA ASNONG 

With nearly six years of experience in sustainability and climate change, Laura has worked across infrastructure, construction, and the events industry projects, bringing a multidisciplinary approach to environmental impact measurement.

As a consultant with Hope Solutions, she specialises in carbon accounting, working across events, world tours, and business and supply chain clients to track emissions and identify reduction strategies. She also leads embodied carbon assessments for projects involving construction, ensuring sustainability is embedded at every stage.

 ANNA JOHNSON 

Anna, an IEMA-accredited Practitioner with an MSc in Environment and Resource Management, has spent over a decade working in the arts and entertainment industries. With experience in live and recorded music, she has developed deep knowledge in sustainability strategy, communications and impact assessment.

A consultant with Hope Solutions, she brings a research-driven approach to projects with Live Nation and Warner Music Group, supporting emissions assessments and reduction plans. A notable achievement includes coordinating the Assessment Report on Live Music and Climate Change, being co-funded by Live Nation, Warner Music Group, and Coldplay, reflecting her dedication to advancing sustainability in the music industry. She also supports Glastonbury's Green Initiatives programming.