From using renewable energy suppliers across our brewery and the majority of our retail pubs, to extensive investments in energy-saving technology and electric vehicle charging points, find out more about our sustainable energy initiatives.
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People, Pubs & Planet
Because we're committed to doing the right thing for our communities, our people and our environment, we have set out three ambitious key pledges as part of our ongoing People, Pubs & Planet sustainability strategy.
Our three major pledges
- Net zero carbon for direct emissions by 2030
- Net zero for scope 3 emissions (i.e. non-Shepherd Neame partners) no later than 2040
- Zero waste to landfill by 2025
These objectives are purposefully ambitious and, while we recognise there is more to be done, we are proud of our achievements so far. We've been delighted by the incredible support and enthusiasm for this strategy that we’ve seen from our team members and licensees.
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Waste
Shepherd Neame’s commitment to recycling means that we currently send only 2% of waste to landfill and we’re working hard to bring that down to zero. Find out more about our waste initiatives.
Local sourcing
Our focus on locally sourced produce and ingredients helps to ensure a reduction of food miles while benefitting our community. Find out more about Shepherd Neame’s local sourcing initiatives.
People
As an independent family business, our people are at the heart of everything we do so we’re proud to celebrate our teams, to promote our home county, and to sponsor community events, charities and institutions. Find out more about our people-focused initiatives.
Industry partners
Shepherd Neame is working with a variety of organisations to help us track and achieve our sustainability goals including the Zero Carbon Company, Green Mark and Sedex, one of the world’s leading ethical trade organisations. Find out more about our industry partners.
Accreditations
Shepherd Neame’s accreditations include the BRC (British Retail Consortium) Global Standard for Food Safety and FEMAS (Feed Materials Assurance Scheme).
We are the only brewer in the UK to have Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status for our beers, aimed at highlighting regional and traditional food and drink whose authenticity and origin can be guaranteed. Our beers with PGI status are Spitfire Amber Kentish Ale and Master Brew Kentish Ale, Bishops Finger Kentish Strong Ale and 1698 Bottle Conditioned Kentish Strong Ale.