# Carbon-Neutral Distilleries Diageo's New Distillery Will Be One of the Largest in North America By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-06-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-distillery References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/diageo-takes-stride-towards-climate-change-goal-with-first-carbon-neutral-distillery-301084864.html) & [diageo](http://www.diageo.com) Diageo is making a move to open carbon-distilleries with its new distillery in Lebanon, Kentucky. The first-of-its-kind [carbon-neutral distillery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-evaporator-ezero) from Diageo is set to be one of the largest of in North America, setting a precedent for reduced carbon emissions and action against climate change. The new Diageo distillery is set to be powered by 100% renewable electricity and will be capable of producing 10 million proof gallons per year. The [Diageo Lebanon Distillery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diageo-ecospirits) will be responsible for making products for a variety of [bourbon and American whiskey brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-trace-distilleries). Ultimately, Diageo is working towards net-zero carbon emissions and sourcing 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. Some of the notable features of the site include its energy-efficient facility design, water-saving solutions and zero residual waste going to landfill. Image Credit: Diageo ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Carbon-neutral Distilleries:** The trend of carbon-neutral distilleries is likely to continue as consumers increasingly demand sustainable and environmentally conscious products and services. - **Renewable Energy-powered Facilities:** As companies work towards reducing their carbon footprint, they are likely to adopt renewable energy sources to power their facilities, thereby contributing towards the transition to a sustainable energy system. - **Zero Waste Manufacturing:** With a focus on environmental responsibility, companies are likely to adopt measures to reduce their waste production and promote sustainable manufacturing, such as zero waste policies and circular economy initiatives. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Distilleries:** Distillery companies could adopt carbon-neutral initiatives and renewable energy sources, as Diageo has demonstrated, to reduce their carbon footprint and provide sustainable products to consumers. - **Renewable Energy:** Renewable energy companies could provide solar or wind power solutions to distilleries that wish to switch to carbon-free energy sources, thereby encouraging the transition to a sustainable energy system. - **Waste Management:** Waste management companies could partner with manufacturing companies to provide for zero waste policies, landfill diversions, and circular economy solutions, thereby promoting sustainable production and environmental responsibility. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refillable Alcohol Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diageo-ecospirits.md) - [Eco-Conscious Scotch Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laphroaig-packaging.md) - [Chinese Single Malt Distilleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/single-malt-whisky-distillery-in-china.md) - [State-of-the-Art Gin Distilleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edinburgh-gins-new-distillery.md) - [Booze-Branded Eco Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-edden-project.md) - [High-Quality Custom Spirit Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-spirit-brand.md) - [Distiller Tree Planting Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redwood-empire-whiskey.md) - [Eco-Friendly Alcohol Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-spirits-bottle.md) - [Eco-Friendly Biodynamic Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterford.md)