How the alcohol industry is working to strengthen its water security – ESG

Water is at the very core of the beverage industry - from agriculture and production to packaging and transport. But, what are drinks producers doing to protect the supply of this fundamental resource?Global demand for water is rising. Estimates from the United Nations suggest the planet's need has far outpaced population growth. “At the current speed," the organisation warns, "the world will not achieve sustainable water management until at least 2049.”Between agriculture, production, packaging and transportation, the beverage industry consumes vast amounts of water. Many drinks compani