Climate &
Sustainability Solutions
With governments across the globe setting challenging net-zero emissions targets and businesses looking to maintain a social licence to operate, it’s now time for action.
In 2019 the UK government set a net zero emissions target for the year 2050, with the Scottish Government announcing an even tighter timescale of 2045. To achieve these ambitious net zero targets the UK government has outlined a ten point plan which will have a significant impact on a number of industries, including the distilling sector which will be required to play its part in energy transition.
The approach to developing a net zero future for the scotch whisky sector has been guided by a hierarchy of sustainable energy measures. A focus on Lean, Clean & Green will ensure that a sustainable approach is prioritised and carbon offsets are only used once all other options have been exhausted.
With an intimate knowledge of the distilled spirit production process, Allen Associates’ team of experienced design engineers has been helping distillers deliver projects which have had significant impact on these Lean, Clean & Green energy measures. As technology and processes have improved the company has stayed at the forefront of sustainable distilling, leading the industry as it pursues a transition away from fossil fuels.
Climate Adaptation & Resilience
Reducing carbon emissions is only part of the challenge. Businesses must also understand how a changing climate could affect their operations, assets, supply chains and long-term investment decisions. Allen Associates helps organisations identify, assess and manage climate-related physical risks, providing practical strategies to improve resilience and support informed decision-making.
Combining our inhouse specialist climate adaptation expertise with extensive experience across the food, beverage and biotechnology sectors, we translate climate data into meaningful business and operational impacts. Our assessments help clients understand risks associated with flooding, water availability, extreme weather, utility resilience and changing operating conditions, enabling proportionate adaptation measures that protect long-term business performance.
Our Services
From energy audits through to full process design and installation, the Allen Associates team can provide an energy saving solution at every stage of the distilling process.
Specialist Systems
Over the years Allen Associates has designed and installed a range of energy savings systems, including:
*Working with key suppliers Allen Associates created Greenstills through the combination of a condenser hot water recovery system and a high temperature heat pump. Joining the two systems can result in ~70% savings in energy and a reduction in C02 emissions.
Our Clients
Allen Associates has delivered energy reduction designs/projects for a host of distillieries, including: