DB Breweries managing director Peter Simons says the company managed a 47 per cent reduction in emissions from production between 2008-2018. Despite difficulties, South Canterbury companies say they remain committed to meeting their carbon emission targets. ”We are transitioning to a sustainable source of biomass at this site which will reduce the emissions from steam by around 98 per cent. “We already managed a 47 per cent reduction in emissions from production between 2008-2018, and continuing to reduce our impact is a priority. Oceania Dairy supply and environment manager, Shane Lodge, said it only collected milk within a 50-kilometre radius of its Glenavy site to keep transport emissions to a minimum while working to reduce emissions on site.

Source: Stuff August 18, 2020 22:41 UTC