Kersia at the BFBi Western Section Seminar & Lunch – A Reflection on Water Sustainability in Brewing & Beverage

Kersia are participating in the BFBi Western Section Seminar on Friday 7th February, where industry leaders will explore the theme: ‘Reducing, Reusing, Recycling Water in the Brewing & Beverage Industry’.

Practical Water-Saving Measures from a Hygiene Perspective

Declan Teare will represent Kersia by delivering a compelling presentation on ‘Practical water-saving measures from a hygiene point of view’. His discussion will emphasise the crucial balance between sustainability and hygiene, highlighting how businesses could optimise water usage while maintaining high hygiene standards.

Key Insights from the Presentation

Declan covers several critical areas, including:

• General water usage and the importance of controlling it as a scarce resource.
• Optimisation of water use throughout a CIP (cleaning in place) system.
• Water-saving potentials in the brewing and beverage industry, focusing on:
  • Open plant cleaning
  • Foam cleaning
  • Packaging rinses
  • Reduced caustic use
  • Conveyor lubrication
  • Effluent impact
• The benefits of industry collaboration to address the challenges of water control and reduction in brewing and beverage processing.

Kersia’s Sustainability Commitments

Kersia reaffirms its dedication to sustainability, recognising that water is a key component in its formulations. The company remains committed to:

• Recycling and decreasing water use wherever possible.
• Understanding customers’ needs for Scope 3 emissions reduction.
• Reducing emissions by 42% by 2030 as part of its sustainability pledge.

Looking Ahead

The seminar will provide a valuable opportunity for industry professionals to discuss innovative solutions for sustainable water management. Kersia remains committed to driving positive change in the brewing and beverage sector, ensuring that sustainability and hygiene continue to go hand in hand.