Sustainability at The Park Brewery
Inspired by Richmond Park | Carbon Neutral by 2035
At The Park Brewery, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword – it’s at the heart of everything we do. Inspired by our connection to Richmond Park, we’re committed to brewing exceptional hop-forward beers while protecting the natural environment that defines our community.
Our Environmental Impact Today
We’re already making a difference:
- 97% of our waste is recycled – spent grain and hops go directly to local farms
- All our packaging is designed for minimal environmental impact
- We consolidate deliveries to reduce our carbon footprint
- Our electric brewing system runs on increasingly renewable energy
But we’re not stopping there…
Our 2035 Vision: Leading Sustainable Craft Brewing
🌱 Carbon Neutrality Roadmap
Target: Carbon Neutral by 2035
- 30% carbon reduction by 2030 (from 2026 baseline)
- 100% renewable electricity by 2028
- Solar panel installation planned for brewery roof (2026)
- Full carbon footprint tracking across all operations from 2027
♻️ Circular Economy Excellence
Building on our 97% recycling achievement:
- Target: 100% waste diversion from landfill by 2027
- Zero single-use plastic in all packaging by end 2025
- Expanded keg return and refurbishment program
- Water recycling systems for cleaning processes (2027)
🤝 Richmond Park Partnership
Deepening our local environmental commitment:
- Annual contributions to Richmond Park conservation projects from 2026
- Partnership with local allotments for bee-friendly initiatives
- Educational brewery tours highlighting our sustainability practices
- Continued support for local environmental community projects
Supply Chain & Community Impact
Local Sourcing Priority
- Working with our closest maltsters to reduce transport emissions
- Exploring UK hop growing initiatives
- 100% of our staff from Kingston/Richmond area
- Supplier sustainability assessments for all partners from 2026
Innovation & Leadership
- B-Corporation certification application (2027)
- Carbon Trust certification pursuit (2029)
- Apprenticeship program launch (2027)
- Community sustainability workshops quarterly from 2026
Transparency & Accountability
We believe in open reporting:
- Quarterly progress reports to stakeholders from 2027
- Annual comprehensive sustainability reports from 2028
- Regular website updates on our progress
- Third-party verification of key metrics
Key Performance Indicators we track:
- Carbon emissions per hectolitre
- Water usage efficiency
- Waste diversion rate
- Local sourcing percentage
- Community engagement metrics
Investment in Our Future
Financial Commitment:
- 3-5% of annual revenue allocated to sustainability initiatives
- Green technology investment fund established
- Staff sustainability training budget
Timeline:
- 2025-2026: Foundation building and baseline assessments
- 2027-2030: Active implementation and 30% carbon reduction
- 2031-2035: Carbon neutrality achievement and industry leadership
Join Our Sustainable Journey
Whether you’re visiting our taproom in Kingston upon Thames, ordering online, or partnering with us for trade, you’re supporting a brewery committed to protecting the environment that inspires our beers.
Ready to taste sustainability? Visit us at Unit 7 Hampden Road or explore our online shop.
Watch this space for regular updates on our progress toward carbon neutrality.