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Case study Powering the path to net zero with Adnams
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Powering the path to net zero with Adnams

Our energising partnership with Adnams is making their journey to renewable energy simpler.

05 Aug, 2019
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Adnams journey to a sustainable future

We are a proactive, resilient energy partner for the net zero transition, helping businesses hit their green energy targets. One such business is Adnams, an award-winning UK brewer, distiller, retailer and pub owner with sustainability at its heart.

As a purpose-driven and values-led organisation, Adnams integrates sustainability into every aspect of their decision-making - from selecting the suppliers and ingredients to shaping the services offered in their stores, pubs, and hotels. Since 2019, we have supported Adnams on their sustainability journey, providing 100% renewable energy sourced from the UK, powering their brewery, distillery, hotels, shops, and pubs with clean green electricity. 

Clean, green electricity

Sustainability is an intrinsic part of Adnams’ brand, and it has played a key role in establishing them as a preferred supplier for some of the UK's largest retailers. Adnams concentrates on four key sustainability areas: biodiversity, waste, water, and carbon, and SmartestEnergy’s renewable energy supply is a core part of their overall strategy, significantly contributing to their efforts by offsetting 25% of their Scope 1 and 2 emissions, reducing their carbon footprint.

Benefitting the community and nature

Beyond purchasing renewable energy, Adnams are actively feeding back to the local community. They operate an on-site anaerobic digester that produces biomethane, which is fed back into the grid. And, using a recently renewed brewing and distilling infrastructure, they are reducing the amount of water they use in their production process.

To further support biodiversity, Adnams has introduced honeybees, along with a variety of flora and fauna, at their distribution centre, fostering a thriving natural environment and enhancing local ecosystems.

A trusted partner

Having partnered with us through a trusted recommendation, Adnams can confidently rely on SmartestEnergy as a dependable partner in their sustainability journey. With independent verification from the Carbon Trust across all our renewable products, Adnams has the assurance that 100% of the electricity supplied is renewable, backed by Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin (REGO) certificates. This provides them with the confidence that they are making the right choices to meet their sustainability goals.

Championing smarter energy

Through our work with Adnams and other leading businesses, we’re creating connections between communities and simplifying access to renewable energy. Together, we are fostering an inclusive community of green energy champions, empowering, educating, and enabling individuals and businesses to make informed choices for a sustainable future.

Environmental awareness is embedded within Adnams’ team, and they continue to share their authentic sustainability journey, resonating strongly with customers and inspiring others to follow their lead.

1025% Reduction in their carbon emissions
25 years As trusted energy partners
24 Key sustainability focus areas

We chose SmartestEnergy because they came highly recommended, and their Ipswich office is local to us. We feel it essential to help retain and grow jobs in our local area. Adnams is proud to champion sustainable business and sustainable living. Our company values are rooted in making great products that won’t cost the earth. Buying renewable energy from SmartestEnergy helps as part of our journey towards a sustainable future. Independent verification is hugely important to us. We don’t want to greenwash, and we do due diligence on all our suppliers. We have been working with the Carbon Trust throughout most of their existence and have been beneficiaries of awards from them. The Carbon Trust reassures us that SmartestEnergy is doing the right thing. It’s a tick in the right box for us.

Andy Wood OBE Chief Executive Officer, Adnams

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