Friday November 29, 2024
Beyond Carbon Neutral—Proudly Carbon Negative
We are thrilled to share that we are not just Carbon Neutral—we are Carbon Negative. Using the certified Carbon Calculator from WineGB, developed under the Sustainable Wines of Great Britain (SWGB) scheme, we have meticulously measured and validated our emissions, offsets, and sustainability efforts.
Going Above & Beyond
Our commitment to environmental stewardship means that we offset nearly double the carbon dioxide we emit across all areas of our business—not just the farm, vineyard, and orchards but also our winery, distillery, café, and broader operations. This achievement underscores our dedication to going beyond industry standards and contributing positively to the planet.
What Does Carbon Negative Mean for Us?
Through a combination of sustainable practices, efficient energy use, and natural carbon sequestration from our hedgerows, perennial crops, and countryside stewardship, we offset 77.03 tonnes of CO₂e annually—far exceeding our total emissions of 41.65 tonnes of CO₂e. This results in a net balance of -35.38 tonnes of CO₂e per year.
Key contributors to this success include:
- Efficient Energy Use: Partnering with Jersey Electricity Company (JEC), whose renewable-heavy grid achieves one of the lowest CO₂ rates per kWh in Europe, at just 1/5 of typical commercial rates.
- Sustainable Vineyard Practices: Sequestration efforts from our grape vines, orchards, and managed hedgerows play a significant role in absorbing CO₂.
- Countryside Stewardship: Implementing higher-tier stewardship initiatives, including in-field grass strips and habitat enhancements, to maximise our environmental impact.
Our Carbon Credentials in Numbers
- Carbon Balance per Hectare: -1.97 tonnes CO₂e/year
- Carbon Balance per Tonne of Product: -0.3068 tonnes CO₂e/tonne
- Emissions Offset: 185% of our total emissions
A Greener Future for All
At La Mare Wine Estate, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. From our commitment to producing Genuine Jersey artisan products to our aim of becoming fully organic, we continue to set ambitious goals to protect the environment.
We’re proud to contribute to the fight against climate change and invite you to join us on this journey. By choosing La Mare Wine Estate, you’re supporting a business that doesn’t just minimise its environmental impact—it actively works to reverse it.
You can download a summary of the report here and read our full Environmental Charter here