Driving Sustainability in Wine

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Through a co-funding partnership with Wine Australia, Wines of Western Australia has appointed Eloise Jarvis as program manager for the Sustainability adoption, certification and promotion for Western Australian wine growers and producers project.

The project aims to increase the adoption of Sustainable Winegrowing Australia certification and membership through the provision of localised technical expertise and guidance.

The project will also support broader Wine Australia sustainability programs in the region aligning with environmental, social and governance (ESG) production and business needs.

A goal of the Western Australian Wine Industry Strategic Plan 2024–34 is for Western Australia to be recognised by consumers as one of the top ten regions internationally for sustainable wine production.

This project will develop a practical toolkit/pathway to support Western Australian wine producers in achieving sustainability recognition domestically and internationally.

The primary focus will be on supporting Western Australian wine producers to achieve Sustainable Winegrowing Australia certification. A key element of the project is to overcome barriers to the adoption of Sustainable Winegrowing Australia within Western Australia’s wine regions.

The voluntary national sustainability program provides a framework for producers to meet sustainability standards, improve their practices and demonstrate this to protect businesses from changing market requirements. The project will begin immediately and continue until 30 June 2025.

Producers who are interested in accessing the project should contact Eloise directly via email on [email protected]

So far Eloise has hosted three regional workshops guiding producers on:

  • Understanding Sustainability & ESG Frameworks
  • Unlocking Certification Benefits: Discover how certifications such as Sustainable Winegrowing Australia can open doors to new markets, boost funding, and enhance consumer trust.
  • Practical Sustainability Practices: Gain insights on water conservation, biosecurity, biodiversity, and carbon management.
  • Toolkit Co-Creation: Help shape a practical toolkit for certification and influence WA’s Sustainability Action Plan.
  • Interactive Collaboration: Collaborate with peers and experts to identify barriers, brainstorm solutions, and craft strategies for sustainable growth in your region.

Equipping producers with the knowledge to leverage sustainability for both environmental impact and competitive advantage.

Get in touch

For general enquiries, please contact [email protected].

For further tourism information, please contact the following regional wine associations:

 

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