Amorim tracks latest green progress

Corticeira Amorim, the cork division of Portugal’s Amorim Group, has confirmed a 50% carbon footprint reduction within five years as the firm released its sixth annual Sustainability Report.

The report also highlighted Amorim’s progress in renewable energy use, with 60% of units now powered by cork waste and cork dust.

Looking beyond Portugal, the company calculated a 10% increase in the number of corks being recycled worldwide compared to 2010.  Meanwhile 30 of Amorim’s production and distribution units are now FSC-certified.

“While responsible winemakers and retailers the world over appreciate the sustainable benefits of a natural cork stopper, it is important that we at Amorim – who produce those unique, environmentally friendly closures – make sure we play our part too,” remarked Carlos de Jesus, marketing director at Amorim.

“I believe that six years of annual and public Sustainability Reports demonstrates that commitment – and subsequent achievement.”

To view the full report, click here.