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The UK James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits and UK Center for Applied Energy Research have partnered with the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet and the State Energy Program to make the future of bourbon production more sustainable.

UK researchers are turning one of the state’s largest and fastest-growing industries into an unlikely renewable energy source.

The EWA global consortium will support research and education in agriculture, manufacturing and sustainability to shape the future of estate whiskey production.

The James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits at UK welcomes its first class of interns this summer - a mix of students from different programs and majors.

Conference sessions will address key industry topics. Attendees will also earn a certificate of continuing education for their participation.  

The partnership with bourbon barrel manufacturers aims to assist in the sustainable use of white oak and improve the efficiency of barrel production.

The Beam Institute is partnering with outside agencies to sponsor a competition seeking new and innovative technologies and solutions from problem solvers, inventors, entrepreneurs and businesses to expand uses of stillage.

The Order of Writ society is a fraternal and charitable organization that embraces the spirit of Kentucky bourbon.

The system simplifies the bourbon blending process, while allowing students a unique platform to study mixing phenomena.  

The massive effort at Star Hill Farm, home to the iconic distillery, represents the most comprehensive natural range of white oak to date anywhere in the world.