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Monday 14th October 2024 from 3pm.
Conference and debate: Creating Value Through Sustainabilty.
Speakers: Jancis Robinson MW OBE & Judith Batchelar OBE and a panel of SID’s Founding Partners.
Chaired by Richard Siddle, The Buyer.
WSET, 39-45 Bermondsey St, London SE1 3XF.
Price £65
With an overarching theme of ‘Creating Value Though Sustainability’ this exciting conference will be chaired by Richard Siddle, editor of The Buyer.
Jancis Robinson MW OBE and Judith Batchelar OBE, the keynote speakers, will offer their wealth of knowledge and opinions on the topic. A panel discussion will be led by representatives from our Founding Partners: Maison Mirabeau, Beyond Zero, Encirc and Wines of Alentejo Sustainability Programme (WASP).
There will be an opportunity for questions and to network with our impressive guests over a glass of wine and locally sourced light bites.
Join the discussion – it will be an unrivaled opportunity to hear from those working at the heart of sustainability in the drinks industry and beyond.
Tuesday 15th October 2024 10.30am – 5.30pm: Exhibition and SID Talks
St Mary’s, Wyndham Place, York Street, London W1H 1PQ.
‘SID Talks’ topics:
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Getting started in sustainability – SID Top Tips
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Engaging the supply chain in the sustainability journey
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The great packaging debate
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The future direction of sustainability
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The Race to net zero
There is no cost to attend this day, but you must be a bona fide member of the trade or press specifically interested in sustainability. The organisers reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone they believe doesn’t fit the criteria.
The exhibition hall will be split into four sections:
Drinks Production: Suppliers and producers of sustainable spirits, beer, cider and other drinks.
Wine Production: Distributors, certified organic, biodynamic and sustainable producers from around the world.
Packaging, Raw Materials, Logistics: Innovative packaging solutions for both wines and spirits, distribution, products and services.
Advisory and Education: Government, trade, generic and regulatory bodies, certification, auditing and analysis companies sharing best practice.