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Breweries: Carbon Emissions

Tuesday 14 October 2025 · 1 question

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Will Forster asked the Minister about steps to support breweries like Asahi in Woking to reduce carbon emissions.
  • The Minister commended Asahi for its work on decarbonisation.
  • The Department is working on a forthcoming carbon budget and a refreshed industrial decarbonisation strategy to support businesses like breweries.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Will Forster Lib Dem Woking
Climate Business & Trade
Context

The MP references a brewery, Asahi, based in his constituency which has significantly reduced its carbon footprint through investment in renewable energy. The company's Cornish Orchards brand recently achieved a 94% reduction in emissions.

Question

What steps are being taken by the Department to support breweries like Woking-based Asahi to reduce carbon emissions further? Does the Minister agree that this kind of innovation is crucial for decarbonisation?

Answer from The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero (Chris McDonald)

I commend Asahi, an important employer in Woking, for its work on decarbonisation. The Department is working on a forthcoming carbon budget and growth delivery plan as well as a refreshed industrial decarbonisation strategy to provide further clarity and support for businesses like breweries.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific steps or commitments were not provided regarding renewable energy adoption in the brewing industry beyond vague mentions of future strategies.

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