South Africa did remarkably well when the leading European trade publication, Drinks Business, last week announced the winners in its inaugural "Green Awards". The awards are to reward members of the alcohol industry "for their forward-thinking and dynamic ethical practices".

The publication says:

"Paarl winery Backsberg Estate won the Sustainability Award while Inge Kotzé, project co-ordinator for the Biodiversity and Wine Initiative was awarded Green Personality of the Year for her “passion, influence and determination in getting her message across in South Africa,” said Nicola Jenkin of WRAP, who presented the award.

The Lifetime Achievement Award was given to Elgin-based winemaker Paul Cluver, for his “energy and holistic approach to environmental issues,” said Dan Jago."

The story and the full list of winners is available on Drinks Business.