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New Zealand Winegrowers just named five new Fellows who've spent decades building the country's wine reputation worldwide. From founding winemakers to Hollywood actors, these champions turned a small island nation into a global wine powerhouse.
Eric Glomski traded graduate school for his truck, volunteering at California wineries before founding Page Springs Cellars in Arizona. His fight against restrictive legislation helped grow the state's wine industry from 8 to over 100 wineries.
Wine producers are finding fresh opportunities across Africa as the continent's expanding young middle class develops a taste for the global beverage. While France's wine industry faces challenges, African markets are opening new doors for growth.
A new industrial hub in Ghana's Upper West Region promises to transform the local shea industry into an economic powerhouse. The SheaPark Resource Hub aims to create jobs and lift communities through sustainable value-added production.
Scientists in India have created a revolutionary membrane that filters water with precision 10 times better than current technology, potentially transforming how textile and pharmaceutical factories reuse water. The breakthrough could dramatically cut the massive energy footprint of industrial separations, which currently consume up to half of all industrial energy worldwide.
The market for alcohol-free wine is exploding as more people choose healthier lifestyles without sacrificing social traditions. Industry leaders say the trend reflects a major shift in how we celebrate and connect. #
The American Cancer Society canceled its decades-old Wine and Spirits Industry Gala after questions arose about accepting millions from an industry linked to cancer risk. The move shows the organization putting health guidance ahead of fundraising dollars.
French and Ethiopian winemakers are transforming Ethiopia into an unlikely wine producer using Bordeaux grape varieties. After years of careful cultivation, exports are rising and locals are embracing their homegrown wines. ---
A California winemaker has created the first wine label that celebrates the people who pick the grapes instead of just the grapes themselves. Guardian Vital wines require ethical labor practices and chemical-free farming to protect workers facing dangerous heat and unsafe conditions.
Vietnam is transforming its industrial sector—responsible for half the nation's energy use—into a clean energy powerhouse with UN support. The shift isn't just about saving the planet; it's becoming essential for the country's export success. #
Australia could unlock $300 billion in economic opportunity through 70 clean industrial projects that decarbonize heavy industry while creating jobs. The path forward requires coordinated action between government, industry, and finance to turn renewable potential into global leadership.
Nashik has transformed from grape farms into India's answer to Napa Valley, drawing 350,000 annual visitors to experience vineyard tours, tastings, and festivals. The region now produces 80% of the country's wine while pioneering a new kind of agricultural tourism.
One of Spain's largest wine producers has slashed nearly half its carbon emissions over 17 years, proving the wine industry can tackle climate change without sacrificing quality. Familia Torres achieved the milestone through vineyard changes, reusable bottles, and smarter shipping.
Armenian winemakers are rebuilding an ancient tradition nearly lost during Soviet rule, using organic methods that protect mountain ecosystems. Their vineyards climb as high as 5,250 feet above sea level, where sustainable farming brings back biodiversity along with bottles of wine.
A new factory in Germany just started producing hydrogen systems that could help heavy industries ditch fossil fuels. The facility will manufacture enough clean energy equipment each year to power major industrial operations without natural gas.
American factories installed 38,000 industrial robots in 2025, marking an 11% jump from last year as automation spreads beyond traditional manufacturing. The food industry led the charge with a stunning 30% surge in robot adoption.
ExxonMobil is now capturing and storing over 3 million metric tons of carbon dioxide each year from Louisiana industrial facilities, turning the state into a hub for emissions reduction. The technology is helping energy-intensive industries cut their carbon footprint while keeping American jobs and products competitive.
A massive 13-year study of over 340,000 people found that moderate wine drinking was associated with lower mortality rates, while beer and spirits showed the opposite effect. The findings could help refine public health guidance on alcohol consumption.
Scientists discovered a grape seed in a 15th-century French toilet that's genetically identical to grapes used in modern pinot noir wine. The finding proves winemakers have preserved the same grape varieties for six centuries.
Nigerian manufacturers are calling for government support to rebuild industry after economic reforms drove their alternative energy costs to N1.34 trillion in 2025. Despite the challenges, they see hope in new policies that could spark long-term recovery.
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