Green Sustainable Beer
Sustainable Breweries Source: Stock Photo A Toast to a Cleaner Environment Beer, especially craft beers, are a growing, energy intensive industry. The number of US breweries grew 200% in the past decade and production has increased 12% per year. Saving the Planet Per 6-Pack To cut greenhouse emissions and save energy, a growing number of breweries are investing in sustainable production technologies. But will it pay off? New research by Indiana University says yes it will. A majority of US beer drinkers are willing to pay the extra cost. In fact, according to the University's survey, 59% are willing to pay extra. On average, sustainable beer production practices tack on an extra $1.30 per 6 pack. Sustainable Innovation Innovative, energy saving, sustainable practices now being implemented by a growing number of breweries include solar power, onsite wastewater treatment plants, insulated brewery vessels and recaptured steam from the brewing process. Beer is one