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Water consumption and wastewater disposal are environmental and economic hurdles that directly affect breweries and the brewing process. Many craft breweries have found innovative solutions for water and wastewater management that go beyond facility water conservation programs to collaborative, sustainable solutions for the community and the environment. The best practices in this section will provide you with the tools you need to work towards optimal efficiency, prepare for potential future risks, and enhance your brewery’s value to the community.
Over the past four years, beer brewed from reclaimed water has started conversations about the reusable nature of all water. Craft brewers, homebrewers, and wastewater utilities will discuss water reuse in brewing. Read More
A panel of innovative brewers discuss simple and affordable improvements that have increased efficiency and reduced costs in their breweries.Read More
Learn how brewers can use sustainability benchmarking tools to reduce the cost of utilities and waste disposal by tracking their resource consumption.Read More
Environmental stewardship is a top priority for both craft brewers and craft beer enthusiasts. Maintaining a healthy balance between stewardship, social enrichment, and economic vitality is important to the future success of craft brewing.Read More
The BA Sustainability Manual and Tools were introduced at CBC 2013. This year’s sustainability manual seminars aim to provide details of how breweries can leverage these resources. This session covers a pilot completed with six craft brewers in the Pacific …Read More
We all rely on high quality hops and barley to make our delicious brews, but what goes into growing those crops? What inputs are required to grow essential ingredients? Learn about the hurdles and successes faced by hop and barley …Read More
Water use and management are critical components to a successful and efficient operation. Learn to manage your water use in this webinar.Read More
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