AC-CCSWB leads the charge: Slashes carbon emissions by 46 million pounds since 2020

Since 2020, Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages (AC-CCSWB) has slashed its carbon emissions by 46 million pounds, equivalent to the greenhouse gas output of nearly 18,500 cars driven for a year. CCSWB is leaving no stone unturned to reduce their carbon footprints and increase the use of recycled materials like aluminium.

CCSWB's sustainable initiatives

This impressive reduction is just one facet of CCSWB's commitment to sustainability. At the Sips and Sounds Festival at Waterloo Greenway Park in Austin, attendees were encouraged to recycle at designated stations. In exchange for their plastic bottles and aluminium cans, participants received tickets redeemable for festival merchandise, fostering a culture of sustainability. 

Post-event, CCSWB volunteers joined forces with Keep Austin Beautiful to conduct a thorough cleanup, leaving the venue spotless. As a dedicated partner of Keep Austin Beautiful, CCSWB has continuously supported their initiatives, including serving as the Adopt-A-Street program's presenting sponsor and as an annual sponsor for the Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 programs.

CCSWB's dedication to sustainable packaging (using aluminium cans or bottles) echoes throughout the communities it serves. In 2023, the company installed 12 SmartSort machines at the American Airlines Centre in Dallas during the NCAA Women's Final Four Tournament. 

"We have an unwavering commitment to sustainability, and it guides everything we do as a company. From promoting water conservation within our production facilities and our associates, to integrating recycled material in our plastic bottles, and promoting local volunteerism and donations to local organisations, we place a high priority on our sustainability efforts," said Abraham Tueme, Director Of Sustainability at Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages. 

About the installed machines

These machines, utilising artificial intelligence, identify recyclable items, showcasing CCSWB's innovative approach to waste management. Additionally, an education centre was established at Fan Fest to enlighten fans about the significance of recycling. Following the tournament's success, CCSWB expanded its presence at AAC, facilitating easier consumer recycling.

As one of the largest Coca-Cola bottlers in the United States, Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages (AC-CCSWB) operates seven production plants and 37 distribution facilities, employing over 8,600 individuals. This vast reach underscores the company's steadfast commitment to minimising environmental harm.

CCSWB tackles sustainability through initiatives championing three core areas: packaging, water conservation, and environmental leadership. Whether it's minimising carbon emissions, replenishing watersheds, or enhancing recycling programs, the company is unified by a clear objective to embed sustainability into every facet of its operations.