Meeting description: Discussed the findings of the Scotch Whisky's Economic Impact 2022 report demonstrating the Scotch Whisky industry economic impact contributing 5.3 billion to Scotland's total Gross Value Added supporting 41 000 jobs in Scotland and investing 2.1 billion in new CapX projects between 2018-2022. Highlighted the Scotch Whisky industry's Made to Be Measured campaign to raise awareness of the alcohol content of Scotch Whisky and other drinks helping to raise awareness of the Chief Medical Officer's Low-Risk Drinking guidelines not to drink regularly more than 14 units per week. Mentioned sustainability case studies from across the Scotch Whisky industry and the work ongoing to decarbonise operations and reaching Net Zero by 2045.
Topic label: Health, Climate