
Insights
Challenges for Breweries
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There are global challenges breweries are facing right now that are affecting the running costs of their business.
Rising energy costs and energy stability is a major concern.
The inflation of costs has had a direct impact on powering the production processes.
Water consumption is very high, for each pint of beer it takes approximately between 5-7 pints of water per brew.
Packaging and water regulations are now under scrutiny.
Consumer habits are changing and some breweries are finding it challenging to understand what is happening in the market and where their product focus should be.
Some breweries across the globe have even had to move premises due to water shortages
In some countries brewing companies are suffering from drought, climate change means that some droughts will be more prolonged and harsher.
There is also a fundamental risk to agriculture with dwindling crop yields and rising prices, due to global shortages.