With CO2 prices rising and sustainability becoming increasingly important, so is the option of investing in technology to reduce waste and cost.
By reusing the carbon dioxide rather than releasing it we have found many of our customers benefit from:
- Cost savings
- Reduced emissions.
- Time savings
Lots of breweries are still reliant on CO2 delivered by 3rd parties while letting their own supplies bubble off into the atmosphere. This is highly inefficient when you think you are releasing a by-product from your yeast and buying someone else’s.
So is it time to get the full potential out of fermentation and close the loop? The biggest hurdle is process and upfront cost of the equipment. It is possible to do it via adding a spunding valve during fermentation, however for operations of a larger scale or looking to can. A CO2 recapture system can offer an effective solution.
The issue within the craft brewery industry has always been the upfront cost of most machinery. Here at Moorgate Brewery Finance, we have been able to find cost effective solutions that are good for cashflow. As we have seen an increase in demand for these types of kit, its become increasingly important to introduce funders to the benefits and cost savings.
The other concern with bringing in more electrical equipment is the cost of power, but these systems are modern and of low cost to run generally and many breweries are making the jump to solar power with the cost lowering, availability improving and batteries becoming common place. Reducing your energy cost can help you reduce the price of producing a pint.
We have been working with many breweries since 2015 to find solutions to advancing craft brewing and helping expansion. The team will be at BeerX again this year and are always keen to have a chat over a pint.