# Sustainability efforts in wine and spirits packaging

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sustainability-efforts-in-wine-and-spirits-packaging
> Updated: 2026-09-22T17:58:30.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The wine and spirits industry is exploring sustainable packaging alternatives to mitigate the environmental impact of glass, which is energy-intensive to produce and heavy to transport. While glass is preferred for preserving product integrity, it can account for up to 30 percent of the industry’s carbon footprint.

Efforts to address these challenges include lightweighting glass bottles and implementing in-market bottling to reduce transport emissions. A specific strategic partnership has formed between Moët Hennessy and Verallia to research and develop new glass solutions. This collaboration aims to achieve a 30 to 50 percent reduction in bottle weight through advanced strengthening technologies, supporting broader goals of resource efficiency and decarbonization.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-22: Moët Hennessy and Verallia partner to decarbonize glass packaging

Moët Hennessy and Verallia have launched a strategic R&D partnership to develop lightweight, sustainable glass packaging and reduce the carbon footprint of the wine and spirits industry.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mot-hennessy-and-verallia-partner-to-decarbonize-glass-packaging

### 2026-08-25: Sustainable packaging options for the wine and spirits industry

The wine industry is exploring sustainable packaging alternatives, such as lightweight glass and in-market bottling, to reduce the high carbon footprint caused by traditional glass production and transport.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sustainable-packaging-options-for-the-wine-and-spirits-industry

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