BevZero installed 100 solar panels on the rooftop of its Spain facility

VILLATOBAS, 29-Apr-2024 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — BevZero, the global leader in beverage innovation, is proud to announce a significant sustainability initiative at its Spain facility. In an effort to reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable energy, BevZero has installed 100 solar panels, with 50 kW of peak power, on the rooftop of its Spain facility, heralding a new era of eco-friendly operations.

The installation of these state-of-the-art solar panels marks a significant milestone in BevZero’s commitment to sustainability. The panels will have an annual photovoltaic generator production of 70,900kWh of clean renewable energy which will cover 83% of the facility’s total annual consumption. This initiative underscores BevZero’s dedication to environmental stewardship and its efforts to minimize its ecological impact at every opportunity.

“At BevZero Spain, we believe in leading by example when it comes to sustainability. The integration of solar panels into our production facility reflects our ongoing efforts to innovate and prioritize eco-friendly solutions throughout our operations”, said Silvia Cedeno Daguerre, General Manager of BevZero Spain.

The decision to incorporate solar panels into its operations aligns with BevZero’s broader commitment to sustainability across all facets of its business, including production process, equipment, and management practices. All BevZero’s production facilities in the US, EU, and South Africa carry various quality certifications that ensure streamlined and efficient production processes, reducing waste of resources and materials, while delivering the highest quality products and services. Just last year the Spanish facility received the top environmental certification ISO 14001, by complying with 95% of the requirements.

SOURCE: EuropaWire

BevZero South Africa attains FSSC 22000 Food Safety Management System certification 

WELLINGTON, South Africa, 8-Apr-2024 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — BevZero, a leading provider of innovative beverage solutions, proudly announces that its South Africa team has attained the prestigious FSSC 22000 Food Safety Management System certification. This certification demonstrates BevZero’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality in all its operations.

FSSC 22000 is a globally recognized food safety certification scheme, which incorporates the ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System standard and other specific requirements for the food and beverage industry. It is a testament to BevZero’s dedication to delivering safe and reliable beverage solutions to its customers.

“We are thrilled to achieve the FSSC 22000 certification, as it underscores our ongoing efforts to prioritize food safety and quality in everything we do,” said Gustav Fouche, Managing Director, at BevZero South Africa. “This certification reflects the hard work and dedication of our team to uphold the highest standards and ensure that our customers can trust the safety and integrity of our products.”

Obtaining the FSSC 22000 certification involves rigorous assessments and audits of a company’s food safety management system, including its processes, procedures, and controls. By achieving this certification, BevZero South Africa has demonstrated its ability to effectively manage food safety hazards, comply with regulatory requirements, and consistently deliver safe and high-quality beverage solutions to its customers.

This certification reinforces BevZero’s dedication to continuous improvement and aligns with its sustainability efforts at its locations worldwide which include processes, equipment, and management practices to ensure streamlined and efficient production processes, reducing waste of resources and materials, while delivering the highest quality products and services.

To learn more about BevZero, please visit the BevZero website or email BevZero at info@bevzero.com .

To learn more about certifications and services at BevZero South Africa visit: https://bevzero.com/south-africa/

About BevZero:

BevZero is a global leader in dealcoholization and beverage services and equipment. With a commitment to quality, and sustainability, BevZero empowers beverage producers to create a wide range of alcohol-free and low-alcohol beverages. BevZero has facilities in Santa Rosa California, Villatobas Spain and Wellington South Africa.

SOURCE: EuropaWire