In the BEA Spotlight: M.A. Silva Corks

M.A. Silva Corks USA has incorporated sound environmental practices in its facility and business operations to reduce operating costs. Its efforts helped to obtain recognition as a certified Sonoma Green Business and assisted in reaching out to environmentally conscious winemakers.

Highlights

• Reduced solid waste by 60% by switching from wood to plastic pallets, recycling plastic bags in which corks arrive and weighing and tracking all waste before disposal.
• Incorporated new technologies to improve environmental efficiency, including efficient water and air purification systems, caulked floor and wall joints, energy-efficient lighting, natural skylights, and occupancy sensor lighting, just to name a few.
• Installed drought-resistant flora and rain shut-off valves on its irrigation to reduce irrigation water usage.
• Purchased environmentally friendly products, including boxes made of 60% recycled material, biodegradable bubble wrap and peanuts, and soy-based ink for printing on boxes.
• Certified Sonoma Green Business.

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