“Collaboration is very important to drive sustainability, and we must be efficient in how we do it. The SWR provides the platform to do just that, and we are delighted to support their important work as a founding member.”
Château Léoube has been a member of SWR since June 2021. With over 25 years of organic farming experience, they prioritise sustainable practices, including manual harvesting and crop rotation, while eliminating pesticides. Guided by Romain Ott’s philosophy, “We only produce according to what the land can offer us,” they respect seasonal cycles and ecological balance, ensuring that nature thrives for future generations.
Ellis Wines, a certified Carbon Neutral business, joined SWR in June 2024. This year, they are focusing on minimising Scope 3 emissions, particularly by reducing glass usage and freight. Ellis Wines is dedicated to sustainability and sees SWR membership as an opportunity to contribute to the industry’s collective efforts for positive change.
Encirc, based in the UK, is a leading glass packaging manufacturer committed to sustainability and innovation. Their top sustainability goals include achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 and increasing the use of recycled materials in their products. Notable achievements include a 30% reduction in carbon emissions since 2015 and investing in state-of-the-art recycling technology, which has improved their recycling rates significantly. Encirc is dedicated to creating a circular economy for glass, with a vision to enhance the environmental impact of packaging in the beverage and food industries.
Endeavour Group, an Australian retail leader, is committed to sustainability, with initiatives like ReCork, a large-scale cork recycling program, and eco-friendly packaging such as lightweight bottles and “bagnums.” Their SWR membership reflects a dedication to reducing environmental impact in the beverage industry.