How the drinks manufacturing sector is striving towards net-zero
Across the drinks manufacturing sector, sustainability is becoming a key driver of growth, buying decisions and long-term competitiveness. From consumer expectations to supply chain pressure, our latest report explores what is driving change, and how businesses are responding.
What you’ll learn
Our 12-page insights report provides a clear, practical overview of how sustainability is reshaping the drinks manufacturing industry.
Inside the report, you’ll discover:
- The key sustainability trends influencing the drinks sector today
- What’s driving change, from consumers and investors to supply chain expectations
- Why ESG performance is becoming critical in procurement and tendering
- The role of energy in supporting net-zero goals
- How leading businesses are responding with more sustainable production and procurement strategies
Why this matters
Sustainability is now central to success in the drinks industry.
- Products with ESG-related claims are growing faster than those without
- The majority of beverage companies have set emissions reduction targets
- Retail, hospitality and wholesale customers are increasingly prioritising sustainability in their supply chains
For drinks manufacturers, this creates both pressure and opportunity to differentiate, win new business and future-proof operations.
Key findings from the report
60%
of beverage companies have emissions reduction targets.
66%
of younger consumers prefer sustainable brands.
92%
of hospitality leaders see net-zero as a strategic business priority.
Our report explores
- The growing importance of renewable energy
- The increasing focus on energy sourcing and provenance
- The growing importance of renewable energy
- Real-world examples of how the sector is working towards net-zero
The report also highlights how businesses across the wider food and drinks space are putting sustainability into action. Examples include:
- A major dairy manufacturer improving its green energy strategy
- A beverages business securing a long-term biomethane agreement
- A major restaurant chain enabling cleaner energy access across its supply chain
These examples demonstrate how energy solutions can support measurable progress towards net zero.
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