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Accolade powers up with new wind turbine

The wind turbine, which is 130m high, will convert kinetic energy into electricity, saving Accolade 2,540 tonnes in CO2 equivalent emissions every year. It will provide over 50% of the electricity Accolade uses on the site.

Accolade said on-site wind generation has “historically been implemented by those that own their own property and Accolade Wines required the approval of both the local planning authorities and the site owners. Getting a wind turbine up on mainland England is a feat in itself but to change the standard is truly exceptional and this landmark case is paving the way for other businesses to source renewable energy.”

Richard Lloyd, general manager for European operations and supply chain at Accolade Wines, said: “We’re committed to identifying and delivering sustainable operations at our 80,000 square metre site. The need to source renewable electricity is very evident and having our own wind turbine is a significant part of the solution. We were all determined to make it happen.”

Accolade said other eco-friendly initiatives at the DC include lighting improvements, completing its first full year of zero waste to landfill, and reducing transport related CO2 emissions on products sold in the UK by more than a third.

“As the largest wine warehouse and distribution facility in Europe, our objective is to lead the way in sustainable wine production,” said Ade McKeon, Accolade’s regional managing director, UK and Ireland. “Many customers are recognising the need to reduce carbon emissions across the supply chain by sourcing from sustainable businesses and we are proud to be on this journey with them.”