Green Power Partnership
Partner Profile
| Parducci Wine Cellars | |
| Location | Ukiah, CA |
| Organization Type | Wineries & Breweries |
| Percentage Green Power | 115.3% |
| Purchasing Third-Party Certified Green Power Product? | Yes |
| Organization-wide Purchase | Yes |
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| Partner Profile Parducci is "Family Farmed," locally owned and operated in California's Mendocino County. They are committed to sustainable winegrowing practices that yield top quality grapes and wines while protecting the environment and supporting their community and local farmers. In 2008, Parducci transferred 100% of its energy needs to non-polluting, renewable sources by supplementing its on-site solar power with purchased third-party certified wind energy. By using 100% renewable green energy the winery is reducing its carbon footprint, investing in the development of alternative energy generation and reducing demand for power from conventional power plants, most of which are powered by coal. Fossil fuel-based electricity generation is the single largest source of air pollution in the US and contributes to smog, soot, acid rain, global warming, and toxic air emission. Green power, such as wind, has none of these effects. "We view our onsite mitigation and being carbon neutral as part of our continuous improvement culture and an important step toward our goal of true, long term sustainability," says Partner Tom Thornhill. From the vine to the glass, Parducci is committed to eco-friendly practices that sustain the land, the community, and our wines. | |