Sustainability Episodes
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Feb. 23, 2023
Waste Prevention through Competitions and Chocolate w/ Katie Jackson, Jackson Family Wines
Katie Jackson leads the Sustainability Team of Jackson Family Wines, she describes some of the major programs they’ve undertaken.
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Feb. 16, 2023
Becoming a Sustainability Brand w/ Joseph Brinkley, Bonterra Organic Estates
Bonterra has pushed well beyond that with sustainability processes and certifications such as Climate Neutral, True Zero Waste, and now focusing on Regenerative Organics.
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Feb. 10, 2023
The Payback of Energy Efficiency w/ David Duncan, Silver Oak
Silver Oak, the 1st existing winery and new build winery to be LEED Platinum certified and be at the forefront of energy efficiency for the last 20 years.
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Feb. 3, 2023
Accessing the Creativity of Diversity w/ Maryam Ahmed, Maryam + Company
Maryam shares how DEI creates access and relevance to new customers and markets for wine and how “doing the work” creates significant ROI for businesses.
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Jan. 26, 2023
Blocking & Tackling of Biodiversity w/ Drew Bledsoe & Josh McDaniels, Bledsoe Wine Estates
From improving quality to increasing customer loyalty, they believe taking a long-term view on sustainability proves it is a good investment.
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Jan. 19, 2023
Bats, Bottles, and Baking Soda: Battling Climate Change w/ Marie-Catherine Dufour, Bordeaux Wine Council
With an action plan that covers five key climate change strategies, Bordeaux can become carbon neutral by 2050.
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Jan. 12, 2023
Sheep, Ducks, Chickens, & More w/ Dan Fishman, Donum Estate
Donum Estate is serious about sustainability, investing heavily in integrated pest management and biodiversity.
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Jan. 6, 2023
Saving Water in the Desert w/ Joan Esteve, Raimat
How a >€5M of investment has substantially reduced water usage and made the Raimat more sustainable, leaving it a better place for future generations. Photo by David del Val
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Sept. 7, 2022
The Economics of Sustainability w/ Anna Brittain, Napa Green
Spreading the word about how pursuing sustainability can save money is critical.
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April 6, 2022
Boxing for the Environment w/ Jason Haas, Tablas Creek Vineyard
Jason explains the rationale, strategy, and process of going bag-in-box and for other alternative packaging.
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March 23, 2022
Regenerative, the Only Sustainable Farming w/ Jason Haas, Tablas Creek Vineyard
Regenerative farming takes into account the farm’s impact on the soil, community, and region.
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Oct. 13, 2021
Tackling Climate Change w/ Josep Maria Ribas & Julien Gervreau, IWCA
With droughts, floods, hail, wildfires, and more challenging how wine is made, Familia Torres and Jackson Family Wines are leading the way to tackle climate change in the wine industry by founding the International Wineries for Climate Action. Founded in