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Craft Beverage Pollution Solutions
Solar and Fermenter Control Solutions
Brewing beer is an energy intensive operation. In addition to energy efficiency efforts, solar photovoltaics (PV) and solar hot water heating systems can harness energy from the sun to provide power to the brewery and preheat water for the brewing process. Fermenter control systems save energy by making sure pumps run only when they need to and reduce beer waste by keeping the beer at the correct temperature throughout the brewing process.
Throwback Brewery, in North Hampton NH, has invested in solar PV to reduce the use of fossil fuels. Barrington Brewery, in Great Barrington MA, invested in a solar hot water system, and Island Dog Brewing in Maine installed a fermenter control board, which is saving them energy and money.
Gas Solutions - CO2 and Nitrogen
Carbon dioxide use at breweries is often an overlooked area where breweries can save money and resources. With COVID-19 causing supply issues some brewers looked for different ways to manage CO2 use. Checking your system for leaks on a regular basis is a great way to start. Some breweries use Nitrogen to clear lines and purge tanks instead of using CO2. Another option is to use CO2 efficiently by installing a carbon capture system, such as the one installed at Grey Sail Brewing in Westerly, RI. Please watch the Sustainable Solutions for Craft Beverage Producers webinar Innovative Solutions: CO2 Capture Technology.
Pollution Prevention Strategies
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