In the early 2000s, the Champagne industry conducted its first environmental audit. It then carried out its first carbon assessment in 2002/2003, i.e. it estimated the quantity of greenhouse gases emitted by the Champagne-making business.

Contrary to what you might think, it is not the management of the vineyard or the production of wine that generates the most carbon...

Most of the Champagne hillsides are dedicated to the cultivation of vines. But they are also home to abundant fauna and flora, which it is imperative to protect. The Champagne region has developed collective tools to minimise its impact on local biodiversity.

Do you know how many plant and bird species there are in Champagne?

Amid rapidly changing climatic conditions, water management is a key element in anticipating the future. The Champagne designation is rallying together to limit its impact on water resources.

But what measures have been taken in practice?

"Nothing is lost, nothing is created, everything is transformed." Champagne is taking action to recover and recycle its waste and biomass energy in the sector. Extending the circular economy to all waste and by-products is a real challenge for Champagne.

Are you interested in the circular economy in Champagne?

By seeking to establish an environmental certification for all of the industry’s stakeholders, each Champagne grower can act at their own level to help minimise the impact on the environment.

There are various recognised certifications in Champagne: do you know what they are?