The award underlines De Bortoli Wines’ achievements in implementing its “Re-Engineering Our Future for a Carbon Economy Project”, as part of the company’s goal of becoming a zero waste winery.
Beginning in 2011 with a $4.8AUD million grant from the Australian Federal Government’s Clean Technology Food and Foundries Investment Program (complemented by an $11AUD million invested by the De Bortoli family), the initiative has seen the installation of the largest solar panel array of any Australian winery at that time and a continues a focus on minimising waste, maximising water efficiency and reducing energy consumption in all areas of business.
Based around eight key sustainability initiatives, the project is enabling De Bortoli Wines to reduce its energy footprint while maintaining the quality of wine being produced.
De Bortoli Wines Managing Director Darren De Bortoli said the ABA100 Winner in Sustainability award reflected the business’ sustained attention on continued and innovative environmental practices.
“We are committed to improving environmental responsibility to safeguard a future where great wine and a healthy environment can be enjoyed by everyone.
“Being named an ABA100 Winner for Sustainability is recognition of the hard work the De Bortoli team has done over the last few years to build and grow a business that is dedicated to reducing its impact on the environment, while continuing to produce premium, affordable wines for consumers in Australia and around the world. It is satisfying to once again be recognised by our peers as a leader in sustainable practices.”
“For a decade, The Australian Business Awards have conducted knowledge building programs which focus on organisations that prioritise innovation and technology as they continue to drive local and international markets,” Tara Johnston, Program Director for the company, continues.
“The ABA100 Winners have demonstrated innovative, enterprising and technologically advanced business initiatives and products that support an obvious transformation coinciding with the ever-changing, highly competitive business environment.
“High-performing, intelligent organisations that continuously and effectively improve their processes and products are set to survive the long term challenges faced by all Australian businesses.”
Each year the ABA100 Winners are recognised through a variety of different award categories that demonstrate business and product innovation. Corporate, government and non-government organisations are also acknowledged for implementing well-managed industry leading initiatives and for the research and development of high-performing products and services.
Businesses initiatives are evaluated utilising the POEM Assessment Module via a detailed analysis of the method, execution, performance and outcomes of their initiative. Products including platforms, software, knowledge, systems, services, information and devices are evaluated via the PREF Assessment Module, which evaluates their features, end user benefits, research and performance.
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