- High water stress in the region where grains are sourced
- Required installation of low-level vents in the distilling area increasing energy loss
- Difficulty finding US-based shirt manufacturers meeting environmental criteria
Fierce Whiskers Distillery
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Fierce Whiskers Distillery disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.2K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 310.92 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 249.88 tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 622.97 tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
1.2K tCO2e/year
2022
Renewable Energy
14.5%
of total energy
Water Usage
3.1M gallons/year (includes irrigation and non-irrigation)
2022
Waste
125.0K lbs/month spent grains (donated)
2022
Energy Use
8.9K GJ/year
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 310.92 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 249.88 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 622.97 tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 1.2K tCO2e/year |
| 2021 | 6.8K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Released the world's first carbon-negative bourbon (Five O'Clock Shadow)
- Decreased emissions intensity from 2021 to 2022 despite increased production
- Generated 14.5% of total electricity consumption from on-site solar in 2022
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Evaluating rainwater collection
- Considering installation of alcoholic vapor monitors
📅 Medium-term
- Evaluating potential for additional energy generation and storage
- Coordinating with Austin Energy to shift production times
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental SustainabilityLocal Community EngagementSupply Chain Responsibility