Marlborough Wine Estates Group Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Sustainability
- Sustainable Winegrowing
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved 9% reduction in CO2 and waste per bottle by using lighter weight bottles.
- Utilized recycled glass bottles, compostable and biodegradable labels, and caps incorporating recycled materials.
Social Achievements
- Appointment of Christine Pears to the Board, bringing over 20 years of leadership experience in the wine industry.
- Appointment of renowned winemaker Jeff Clarke.
Governance Achievements
- Refreshed Board and strengthened capital base.
- Appointment of BDO Auckland as auditor.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Investigate opportunities to grow by acquisition, expanding its supply and distribution channels.
Medium-term Goals:
- Continuing expansion and growth into international markets.
- Investment into digital marketing to grow MWE’s online presence.
Short-term Goals:
- Further growth in sales of MWE’s premium wines in NZ and international markets.
Environmental Challenges
- Lower yield 2021 harvest reduced the volume of grapes and bulk wine sales by 22%.
- Covid-19 pandemic impacted international business development and logistics.
Mitigation Strategies
- Successful capital raising of $1.24 million for investment in higher inventory, marketing, and international expansion.
- Developing new distribution relationships in the UK and other markets.
- Retaining grapes to support growth in branded wine sales.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Carbon Zero supply partners in manufacturing, storage, and logistics.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: NZ IFRS
Certifications: Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ)
Third-party Assurance: BDO Auckland
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Lighter weight bottles reducing CO2 and waste.