Sustainability
As a Vermont company, sustainability comes naturally to us. The same landscape that produces our maple — the trees, the clean air, the open land — reminds us daily how important it is to protect it. For our team of sugar-people, sustainability isn’t a trend or a checkbox; it’s a responsibility we take personally. From the way we power and maintain our facility to the materials we use in our packaging, every decision reflects our commitment to doing right by Vermont and the planet.
Built for Efficiency
Our Hardwick facility is equipped with geothermal heating and energy storage, making it the most energy-efficient operation in the maple industry. This system allows us to maintain consistent temperatures for production and storage while greatly reducing our dependence on traditional energy sources.
We pair this with high-efficiency stainless steel processing equipment and careful process design to minimize energy use throughout production.
Responsible Packaging
We’re taking measurable steps to make our packaging better for the environment.
All plastic gallon jugs and glass portions are 100% recyclable.
Tamper-evident caps eliminate the need for plastic wrap seals.
Compostable and recyclable corrugated packaging is printed with minimal ink to reduce waste.
Each change moves us closer to a packaging system where nothing goes to waste — and everything has a second life.
Turning Waste Into Energy
In 2023, we partnered with Vanguard Renewables, a Vermont-based company that converts food and beverage waste into renewable energy. Instead of sending syrup byproducts to disposal, we now send them to Vanguard, where they’re recycled into clean energy.
That partnership officially became part of the New England Renewable Energy Collaborative — a regional effort to reduce food waste and generate renewable power across the Northeast.
This collaboration helps us close the loop on production waste and holds us accountable for how we use every resource.
The Green Team
In the summer of 2025, we formed our first Green Team — a group of employees from across departments who help lead sustainability efforts from within.
They’re currently focused on:
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Carbon tracing to better understand our environmental impact
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Expanding recycling and reuse programs in our facility
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Supporting local donations and volunteer initiatives that strengthen our Vermont communities
Our Ongoing Commitment
Each action — whether a packaging update, a new partnership, or an idea from the floor — moves us closer to a more sustainable future that honors both Vermont and the people behind every bottle we make.
Protect what we love. Improve what we can. Do the right thing — every day.
