“About 90% of traditional wine regions in coastal and lowland regions of Spain, Italy, Greece and southern California could be at risk of disappearing by the end of the century because of excessive drought and more frequent heatwaves with climate change.”
Penn State - Wineries
As climate change and rising demand threaten the future of sustainable wine production, Penn State has partnered with local winemakers to develop innovative solutions, ensuring a thriving industry for generations to come.
Client: Penn State University
Verdant Creature: Fort / The Others
What can you do?
Many wineries are transitioning towards sustainable and eco-friendly practices such as organic farming, biodiversity conservation, carbon sequestration, more sustainable packaging, transportation, and energy use. Whether you enjoy a glass of wine or not, there are plenty of easy steps you can take to help slow climate change too.
Make this an EASY choice:
One of the most effective ways to slow climate change and reduce your carbon footprint is to eat less beef. And NO, you don’t have to go full on vegan or vegetarian to make a huge impact. Simply replacing beef with chicken or pork can reduce your carbon footprint by as much as 21%.