Recent Whisky Sustainability Articles

Revolutionizing Sustainability: Turning Whisky Waste into Green Hydrogen Fuel
01-05-2024

Revolutionizing Sustainability: Turning Whisky Waste into Green Hydrogen Fuel


In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists at Heriot-Watt University in Scotland have devised a revolutionary method to transform the by-products of the whisky industry into a sustainable source of green hydrogen fuel for the future. This innovative approach not only addresses the environmental con

Ardgowan Distillery Embarks on £20 Million Zero Carbon Distillery, Paving the Way for Sustainable Scotch
11-16-2023

Ardgowan Distillery Embarks on £20 Million Zero Carbon Distillery, Paving the Way for Sustainable Scotch


In a monumental leap towards the future of Scotch whisky production, Ardgowan Distillery, hailed as Inverclyde's zero-carbon whisky producer, has officially commenced construction on its groundbreaking £20 million facility, often referred to as the "cathedral of whisky." Representing a synthesis o

Climate Change Threatens the Future of Scotch Whisky
11-08-2023

Climate Change Threatens the Future of Scotch Whisky


Climate change is not merely an abstract concept; it's a tangible and imminent threat to a wide array of industries, and one of the most unexpected casualties is the world of whisky production. From the pristine barley fields to the venerable distilleries of Scotland, the implications of global wa

An Open Source Technology Has Been Shared With The Whisky Industry Helping Push The Net Zero Goal
07-21-2023

An Open Source Technology Has Been Shared With The Whisky Industry Helping Push The Net Zero Goal


Chivas Brothers , a leading name in the whisky industry, has taken a groundbreaking step by sharing the expertise and insights gained from the successful integration of enhanced heat recovery technologies at their Glentauchers site. The move comes after witnessing significant benefits in carb

Bruichladdich Launches New Design In An Effort To Reduce Emissions
07-13-2023

Bruichladdich Launches New Design In An Effort To Reduce Emissions


Bruichladdich , the esteemed Islay single malt whisky, has unveiled a fresh bottle design, aiming to significantly reduce its carbon dioxide packaging emissions by an impressive 65%. This environmentally conscious move showcases the distillery's commitment to sustainability and reflects their ded

Whisky Companies Have Been Called Out for Polluting Rivers in Scotland
06-27-2023

Whisky Companies Have Been Called Out for Polluting Rivers in Scotland


William Grant & Sons and Chivas Brothers are required by the Scottish Environmental Agency (Sepa) to stop spills coming from their Glenfiddich and Glen Keith distilleries in Speyside. The businesses have also given Sepa and other conservation organizations money totaling £36,100 in an effort t

The First Islay Rye Has Been Launched By Bruichladdich
03-23-2023

The First Islay Rye Has Been Launched By Bruichladdich


The first-ever Islay rye whisky has been launched by Bruichladdich, a Scottish whisky distillery on the island of Islay. The whisky, which is a limited edition release created using rye grain that was cultivated nearby, represents an important turning point for the distillery. As rye is

How Ending The Sale Of Peat Impacts The Whisky Landscape
02-24-2023

How Ending The Sale Of Peat Impacts The Whisky Landscape


As part of larger initiatives to safeguard peatlands and lower carbon emissions, the selling of peat will soon be prohibited in Scotland. Before examining how a larger prohibition might affect commercial users, the goal is to first outlaw the retail selling of peat for home gardening. "Pea