At BeWaterSmart, we understand the vital role that clean and reliable water plays in crafting exceptional beer. It’s not just a drink; it’s an art form that hinges on the quality of its essential ingredient—water!
We’re excited to introduce our pilot partnership program aimed at creating a strong bond between local craft brewers and their customers, all while championing tips for using water wisely. For local craft brewers, the partnership offers a great opportunity to tap into a community of customers who not only appreciate exceptional taste but also prioritize sustainability.
Joining us is easy and FREE with all materials provided at no cost to our partners. Here are a few options:
- Distribute coasters with fun water-wise slogans to customers.
- Post signage with fun and humorous water-wise slogans in your taproom and/or restrooms.
- Distribute stickers with fun water-wise slogans to customers.
- Promote the partnership and water-wise tips on your website and/or social media.
Preserve, Protect and Savor
Ready to savor sustainability? Learn more by contacting Outreach Coordinator Christine Kohn at [email protected] or (916) 548-8988.
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Cheers to Sustainable Brewing
Be Water Smart recently offered $15,000 rebates to local businesses for upgrading their indoor water-using equipment to help save water and energy. Solid Ground Brewing in Diamond Springs and Urban Roots Brewery and Smokehouse in Sacramento hopped into innovation.
Solid Ground utilized the rebate for a rinse water retainment and “Clean in Place” system. This setup not only recycles cleaning water and caustic wash solution but also slashes water waste. Moving away from single-use practices, they’re projected to save over 1.5 million gallons of water over two decades—a toast to smart brewing!
Urban Roots, on the other hand, is cooling down its water consumption. With the rebate, they’re introducing a cooling holding tank. By reducing water needed for heat exchange and minimizing wastewater, they’re making a splash in eco-conscious brewing. The tank is projected to save a refreshing 1.3 million gallons of water over 20 years.
These rebates aren’t just dollars saved; they’re gallons rescued. A testament to innovation and commitment, these breweries are turning the tide towards sustainable sipping, one drop at a time.
Learn more about the Urban Roots project in this great video from our friends at the California Department of Water Resources.
