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(Rooftop solar canop: Courtesy Lawson’s Finest Liquids)
The Chicago Bulls have teamed up with another “westside” neighbor and brewed up something special. We’ve that “Words to Drink By” and more.
Vermont Craft Brewery Goes 100% Solar
On Oct 16 Lawson’s Finest Liquids announced, that their dream had come true, that they have achieved their goal of 100% solar powered beer and brewery operations. This landmark is the culmination of years of serious planning and investment in sustainable energy, which includes the largest solar canopy in Vermont.
“Brewing delicious beer is a resource-intensive art,” said Sean Lawson, Lawson’s Finest Liquids founding brewer. “But we always knew there were better, greener ways to do what we love. We started investing in solar in 2019 with the ultimate goal of going one hundred percent solar, and now we’re finally here.”
Lawson’s Finest installed its first brewery roof solar array in 2019 which enabled the brewery to tap into renewable energy for their production processes. The 43kw AC system and series of over 140 solar panels produce approximately 52,000 kWh of electricity per year.
In 2022 Lawson’s Finest constructed the largest solar canopy in the state of Vermont. The structure features 495 individual solar modules). That setup, along with a solar array that generates 215kW across 495 modules, harnesses the power of the sun to offset about 60% of the Waitsfield, Vermont brewery’s utility bill. But now that that process is 100% complete.
“100% solar powered brews are something to celebrate,” said Adeline Druart, Lawson’s Finest Liquids CEO. “Looking ahead, we will continue to reduce our use of wastewater and energies by identifying further opportunities to become more environmentally friendly. It’s all part of a bigger picture to brew great beer and do good in the world.”
Words to Drink By
“Beer has always been my drug of choice; I’ve been drinking it since I was nine.” – Tom Bobak / Founder & Editor / American Craft Beer
(Courtesy Goose Island Beer)
Goose Island Brewing Crafts Beer For Chicago Bulls
The Chicago Bulls and Goose Island Beer Company (both westside Chicago operations) have teamed up to introduce a new beer, and unlike previous partnership this brew will become available beyond the Bull’s hometown arena.
Goose Island Bull & Goose is a light crisp 4.8% ABV “Westside Ale” that can be enjoyed at the United Center and the Goose Island taproom. It’s also available at select retailers across Chicagoland.
“Just like the Bulls, Goose Island takes pride in representing the West Side of Chicago and contributing to the spirit and energy that make our community thrive,” said Todd Ahsmann, President of Goose Island.
Goose Island and the Bulls have been partners since 2014, and this collaboration extends the Bulls brand beyond the basketball arena.
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