CRAFT BEVERAGES WITH A CONSCIENCE
Learn about how every Bench beverage you buy
supports a more sustainable future
We are dedicated to beverage excellence and our planet.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to environmental stewardship is reflected in our innovative practices and our unwavering dedication to reducing our ecological footprint. We take pride in our closed-loop water system, where every drop is utilized efficiently and thoughtfully. The water used in our brewing process doesn't go to waste; instead, it's repurposed to nourish our onsite hops and adjacent apple orchard, ensuring that our impact on the environment is positive and productive. This integration of sustainable practices not only supports local agriculture but also aligns with our mission to brew great tasting sustainably crafted beverages while caring for our planet. At Bench Brewing, every drop counts.
SINCE DAY ONE
2018
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
OUR INNOVATIVE ZERO WASTEWATER PROCESS
OUR SUSTAINABILITY PARTNERS
- Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Farms and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA)
- Bayview Flowers
- Escarpment Renewables
- Grand River Agricultural Society
- Norm Johnson – Cameron Farms (spent grains)
- David Comfort – Comfort Farms (spent grains)
- Econse Water Purification Systems
- BMO Radicle Climate Smart
- BCorp
- Hipple Farms
- Vineland Research Farms
- Ministry of Environment Ontario
Proud Recipient of the Rapid Response to Business Development grant from the Grand River
Agricultural
Society.
Click here to learn more about the Rapid Response to Business Development initiative and the Grand River Agricultural Society.
RAISING THE BAR FOR SUSTAINABLE BREWING: BENCH BREWING'S B CORP EXCELLENCE.
Based on the B Impact assessment, Bench Brewing Company earned an overall score of 99.2. The median score for ordinary businesses who complete the assessment is currently 50.9.
The ‘B’ in B Corp stands for ‘benefit, and certifies a commitment to conscious, ethical, and sustainable business practices.
Bench achieved B-Corp status in March 2021, joining a community of over 8,000 B Corps across 150 industries and 74 countries who strive to use business as a force for good.
B Corp is the only certification program that measures a company’s entire social and environmental performance and not just a particular product or service across key impact areas: Environment, Community, Workers, Customers and Governance.
HOW DID BENCH GET B-CORP STATUS?
Measuring a company’s entire social and environmental impact.
To achieve certification, a company must:
Demonstrate highest social and environmental performance by achieving a B Impact Assessment score of 80 or above and passing our risk review.
Make a legal commitment by changing their corporate governance structure and articles of association to be accountable to all stakeholders, not just shareholders, and achieve benefit corporation status if available in their jurisdiction.
Exhibit transparency by allowing information about their performance measured against B Lab’s standards to be publicly available on their B Corp profile on B Lab’s website.
Join us on our journey as Bench Brewing Company crafts a legacy of quality and care for our community and planet.
Overall B Impact Score 2023
Based on the B Impact assessment, Bench Brewing Company earned an overall score of 99.2. The median score for ordinary businesses who complete the assessment is currently 50.9.
Learn More- 99.2 Overall B Impact Score at Bench
- 80 Qualifies for B Corp Certification
- 50.9 Median Score for Ordinary Businesses
LET’S MAKE EVERY DROP COUNT TOGETHER
THE BENCH TAPROOM
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HOP SHOP
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