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Gold Member Case Study - Ballykilcavan Brewing Company

Established in 2016 at Ballykilcavan Farm, Co. Laois, Ballykilcavan Brewing Company has been the Walsh family's ancestral home for 13 generations. Initially focused on tillage with malting barley, the brewery ensures a sustainable future, by embracing innovative practices. Their diverse range of beers, introduced since 2017, is enjoyed nationally and exported to Europe.

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Sustainability Achievements

Ballykilcavan Brewing Company continued to advance their sustainability agenda by using exclusively recycled plastic for bottle labels, exceeding their milestone target by 12%.

  • Target Areas: Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Sustainability Initiatives, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Waste, Water, Biodiversity, and Community Engagement.
  • Exemplary Targets: Supplier Sustainability Initiatives, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Waste, Water, Biodiversity, and Community Engagement.
  • Awarded Gold Membership: 2022, 2023, 2024
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Since 2022, Ballykilcavan Brewing Company has been dedicated to revolutionising the brewing industry's approach to sustainability. A significant achievement, which has demonstrated the company's dedication to practicing sustainability, has been the complete transition to pre-printed labels for all beer cans, eliminating plastic labels and showcasing their commitment to eco-friendly practices.

In 2023, the company continued to advance sustainably by using exclusively recycled plastic for bottle labels, exceeding their milestone target by 12%. Despite the higher cost, these labels offer enhanced durability and a superior feel, while simultaneously furthering Ballykilcavan Brewing Company's eco-friendly initiatives. Ballykilcavan Brewing Company plans to introduce innovative solutions, such as wearable cup holders at beer and food festivals, promoting reuse and minimising waste while incentivising attendees to retain their cups and avoid deposit losses. 

Awarded Gold Membership: 2022, 2023, 2024

Targets Reported: Raw Materials Certification, Supplier Sustainability Initiatives, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Waste, Water, Biodiversity, and Community Engagement.  

Exemplary Targets: Supplier Sustainability Initiatives, Packaging, Energy/Emissions, Waste, Water, Biodiversity, and Community Engagement.

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