ISBT to Host Critical Workshop on Alternative CO2 Sourcing at BevTech 2025

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ISBT to Host Critical Workshop on Alternative CO2 Sourcing at BevTech 2025

Herndon, VA – February 10, 2025– As the beverage industry faces increasing challenges in CO2 sourcing, the International Society of Beverage Technologists (ISBT) will host a critical workshop on alternative CO2 sourcing immediately following BevTech 2025, the premier industry event for beverage technology professionals.

Organized by the ISBT Beverage Gases Technical Committee, this extended session—taking place May 7-8, 2025, in Las Vegas—aims to develop a new industry guideline for evaluating and approving alternative CO2 sources.

Why This Workshop Matters

CO2 is a fundamental ingredient in carbonated beverages, but availability constraints, shifting regulations, and sustainability goals are driving the industry to explore new sources. However, alternative CO2 suppliers often lack clear quality and safety standards, making industry-wide guidance essential.

“The industry is at a turning point,” said Rome Brenneman, Chair of the ISBT Beverage Gases Technical Committee and representative of Archaea Energy. “This workshop will bring together brand owners, manufacturers, and industry experts to shape a guideline that ensures CO2 purity, safety, and sustainability for the future.”

Key Topics to Be Addressed

During the workshop, participants will collaborate on defining standards for:

• Evaluating alternative CO2 sources and managing potential impurities
• Ensuring quality control in upcycled and biogenic CO2 supply chains
• Understanding regulatory shifts and their impact on sourcing decisions
• Addressing consumer perceptions and industry-wide risk management
• Establishing process controls and measurement standards for CO2 purity

Call to Action: Industry Experts Needed

The ISBT invites beverage brands, manufacturers, and industry stakeholders to contribute to this vital initiative. By participating, attendees will help shape the industry consensus on CO2 sourcing, ensuring quality, safety, and long-term sustainability.

BevTech 2025 will take place May 5-7 in Las Vegas, followed by the CO2 Sourcing Workshop on May 7-8.

About ISBT

The International Society of Beverage Technologists (ISBT) is the leading technical society dedicated to the scientific and technological advancements of the beverage industry. Through education, collaboration, and innovation, ISBT provides industry professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to enhance beverage quality, safety, and sustainability.

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