Wadworth's Brewery in Devizes has been announced as one of ten companies shortlisted in the Community Vote category of the National Footprint Awards 2012.

The award encourages consumers to support local food and drink businesses that operate strong green policies, by voting for them to win this prestigious award. There were originally some 50 companies nominated in this category.

The winner and two runners-up will be announced at the National Footprint Awards dinner to be held in London on May 24.

“We have worked hard to implement our green policies and are proud of our commitment to sustainable brewing,” said Su Stafford, Wadworth Brewery Visitor Centre Manager. “I am delighted that the progress we have made has been recognised, and many thanks to everyone who voted for us – fingers crossed now for May 24.“ Wadworth has implemented a wide variety of green measures over the last few years.

These include re-using casks and kegs and the recycling of waste products from the brewery such as used grain and hops.

Energy conservation has been key with the installation of a vapour condenser which makes use of steam produced in the brewing process to heat incoming water.