Skip to the content Scotch Whisky Association Newsroom Insights Join Us Discover Who We Are Contact us Member login Home Insights COP26 Scotch Whisky at COP26 Find out more about the Scotch Whisky industry's presence at COP26 in Glasgow this November. Scotch Whisky at COP26 Scotch Whisky is Scotland. Made from just three natural ingredients, the heritage of Scotch Whisky stretches back more than 500 years, using time-honoured methods to create the world’s best-loved whisky, enjoyed in 180 markets around the world. But the Scotch Whisky industry is also focusing on the future – investing in innovation and research from grain to glass, to ensure that Scotland’s national drink can be enjoyed for generations to come. The UN’s Conference of the Parties (COP26) is coming to Glasgow in November 2021. As one of Scotland’s key industries, Scotch Whisky producers are looking forward to showcasing our environmental sustainability achievements and ambitions at what will be a pivotal event in the fight against climate change. The Scotch Whisky industry is already leading on sustainability, and COP26 is an opportunity for companies across our sector to demonstrate what they are doing at a site and strategic level to reduce environmental impact across key areas including: Reaching Net Zero emissions Using water responsibly Caring for the land Improving the life cycle of packaging In September 2021, the SWA became Scotland’s first trade association, and the UK’s first food and drink trade association, to be recognised as a Race to Zero partner in the lead up to COP26. The partnership, which was approved by the UN High Level Climate Action Champions, recognises the SWA’s commitment to robust net zero criteria in line with globally halving emissions by 2030. Learn more about Race to Zero here Scotch Whisky at COP26 news & commentary 01 November 2021 Sustainability numbers add up for green whisky strategy New data shows the Scotch Whisky industry has more than halved greenhouse gas emissions since 2008. Read more 22 October 2021 Special Scotch Whisky Announced to Mark Collaborative Spirit of COP26 The SWA has announced a limited edition blended Scotch Whisky, produced by the industry to mark the COP26 conference in November. Read more 20 September 2021 Scotch Whisky Association Raises a Toast to Race to Zero Partnership Status The Scotch Whisky Association has been formally announced as an official Race to Zero partner ahead of COP26 in November. Read more About the SWA Who we are Members Directory Contact Get in touch Privacy Policy Subscribe to mailing list Sign-up The Scotch Whisky Association Edinburgh HQ: Quartermile Two, 2 Lister Square, Edinburgh EH3 9GL E: info@swa.org.uk | T: (+44) 131 222 9200 Follow us twitter linkedin instagram Cookie Notice Find out more about how Accept Cookies