In 2023, Kinnegar Brewing decreased their energy intensity through staff awareness measures, surpassing their milestone target by 25.1%.
In 2023, Kinnegar Brewing made remarkable strides in improving its energy efficiency, achieving a substantial reduction in energy intensity at the Kinnegar Brewing facility from 10.3 kWh/HL in 2022 to 8.67 kWh/HL. The company surpassed their target milestone by an impressive 25.1%, reflecting its proactive approach to sustainability and resource management.
This significant reduction in energy consumption was achieved through comprehensive staff awareness courses, thorough maintenance reviews, and continuous progress monitoring. A key contributor to this achievement was the increased reliance on renewable energy sources, which increased from 23% in the previous year to 34% in 2023. This improvement was facilitated by the successful implementation of a fully operational Solar Array system, which allowed the brewery to harness solar power and further reduce its dependence on traditional grid energy. The integration of solar energy not only bolstered the company’s commitment to sustainability but also demonstrated its forward forward-thinking to energy management.
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