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Sustainably Brewed Beer Can Cost A Little More, But Most Consumers Will Pay For It
A number of studies suggest that consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products. One of the most recent, a 2019 survey by Computer Generated Solutions (CGS), found that two thirds of consumers said it was a major consideration, and that they'd be more...
DB Breweries Reveals Significant Continued Waste And Emissions Reductions
Brewer diverts 96% of its waste from landfill, halving carbon emissions from production between 2008-2018 PR / New Zealand (July, 2020) - One of the country’s largest brewers has today released its annual Sustainability Report, which details its progress towards...
Ball Signs Agreements to Strengthen 100% European Renewable Energy Goals
PR / BROOMFIELD, CO, July, 2020 -- Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) today announced that it has executed two virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs) in Europe – one for the Corral Nuevo project with wpd and one for the Brattmyrliden project with Falck Renewables – for a...
Why That “Compostable” Plastic Cup Isn’t So Good for the Environment Either
If you've visited this blog site before, or follow Eco-Friendly Beer Drinker on social media, you know I've written extensively about the many problems associated with packaging beer in those flimsy rings or rigid can carriers. As for the other plastic culprit in...
Why Two of the World’s Best Breweries Decided Not to Use Plastic Can Carriers
Ever wondered why some of the world's top rated breweries don't use plastic can carriers? Eco-Friendly Beer Drinker recently confirmed that it was a deliberate decision for at least two of them. Given its environmentally conscious approach to doing business it should...
‘Beerchos and dip’: High protein tortilla-style chips upcycled from fermentation by-products
STORY LINK / DENMARK (July, 2020) - Sustainable chips and a dip with a ‘consistency similar to tapenade’ have been developed by fermentation experts in Denmark. Both products are made almost exclusively from upcycled by-products generated during the beer brewing...
Ball Announces National Partnership With Blue Ocean Innovative Solutions for Retail Launch of the Ball Aluminum Cup™
PR / BROOMFIELD, CO (June, 2020) -- Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) today announced that it has named Blue Ocean Innovative Solutions, a leading omnichannel solutions provider, to represent the Ball Aluminum Cup™ at Walmart and Sam's Club locations across the U.S. Ball,...
What 3 Small Breweries are Doing to Make a Big Environmental Difference
You've likely heard it before: brewing beer leaves a large carbon footprint. It's one of the reasons why larger regional brands often make massive investments in renewable energy, wastewater treatment systems, or even carbon recapture technology to offset some of...
Hop & Sting Brewery Launches Hop & Sting Growler Club
PR / GRAPEVINE, TX (June, 2020) - Hop and Sting Brewery launches the “Hop & Sting Growler Club” in celebration of its independence and the independence of all Americans Nationwide. Membership is $10 a month and gets members 50% off all growler fills. Branded club...
Okavango Craft Brewery Launches in Maun
PR / MAUN, Botswana (June, 2020) - Do you want to know what it’s like to taste the Okavango Delta? Okavango Craft Brewery is a new and exciting venture that produces craft beer from quality ingredients, including local millet malt and mineral water from the...