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Hello Napa Green community, Today’s Napa Green News focuses on three key topics, with more details below:

The lowdown on the new, cutting-edge NAPA GREEN VINEYARD program – WHY and HOW to make the transition to this leading SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE ACTION certification.

$$$ – Get START-TO-FINISH support applying for SWEEP (due January) or HEALTHY SOILS (due February) grants.

UPCOMING EVENTS (Registration Required)
 
NOV 16: SWEEP Grant Application Info Session (Online – Hosted by RCD)
NOV 18: Healthy Soils Grant Application Info Session (Online – Hosted by CDFA)
NOV 18: Grower & Vineyard Management Happy Hour (The Forge Pizza)
DEC. 2: Winery WDR Workshop (In-person AND online – Location TBD)
DEC. 9: Napa Green Vineyard Q&A and Enrollment Workshop (In-person AND online – Chimney Rock Winery)
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Do you want to be a part of the climate action solution, build resilience, and keep your Napa Green recognition in the vineyard?
 
  • The new, leading Napa Green Vineyard certification program officially REPLACES the Napa Green Land program as of DECEMBER 31, 2021.
  • All growers who want to keep their Napa Green recognition in the vineyard will need to ENROLL by Dec. 31 and will have ONE-YEAR TO TRANSITION.
  • The Napa Green team (BEN MACKIE, BEN@NAPAGREEN.ORG) will walk you through the steps for certification, and can provide ON-THE-GROUND IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT as needed.
  • Napa Green Vineyard certification has SIX CORE ELEMENTS: I. Social Equity, Diversity and Inclusion; II. Carbon Farming and Regenerative Agriculture; III. Water Efficiency; IV. Tree/Forest Preservation; V. Prohibited & Restricted Pesticides; VI. Conservation/Low-Smoke Burning & Burn Alternatives.
  • To access the standards in our Napa Green Vineyard portal you can ENROLL HERE. There is no cost or obligation if you enroll.
  • All things grow and evolve. Our mission is to help our members continuously take SUSTAINBILITY LEADERSHIP to the next level.
We are facing a climate crisis, and that crisis is no longer imminent, it is here. It is no longer somewhere else or someone else’s problem, it is ours. Fires, drought, increasing numbers of high heat days have all been impacting grape and wine quality.
 
Napa growers and farmers can play an active role in building social equity, conserving natural resources, drawing down greenhouse gas emissions and creating a resilient vineyard ecosystem. Agriculture and viticulture are in fact among few sectors that have a ready and near-term opportunity to become not just carbon neutral but climate positive.
 
Coming together as a sustainable winegrowing region is no longer optional, it is imperative. Alone, our capacity to resolve worldwide industry issues is relatively limited. Collectively, unified under a common goal, we can harness our political influence and serve as a force to transform the industry.
 

* To ensure the health and safety of our community, all attendees must present proof of vaccination and wear a mask for entry.

SWEEP Grant Application Info Session
When: Tues, Nov 16, 2021
Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Where: Online

Register for Online Event

Healthy Soils Grant Application Info Session
When: Thurs, Nov 18, 2021 OR Thurs, Dec 16, 2021
Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Where: Online

Register for Online Event

SWEEP and Healthy Soils Grant Application Info Sessions

Could you use some funding to install technologies like Tule, Ranch Systems, and HotSpot AG to more precisely target the timing and amount of irrigation?
 
Or would you like to increase organic matter in your soil by applying compost or reducing tillage?
 
Napa Green’s Ben Mackie and the RCD’s Miguel Garcia and Ruby Stahel will provide START-TO-FINISH support applying for SWEEP (due January) or HEALTHY SOILS (due February) grants.
 
Please note, grower applicants who represent disadvantaged communities will receive priority consideration for funding (this includes Hispanic, Black, and Veteran applicants but DOES NOT include women).
 

Grower & Vineyard Management Happy Hour

Want to get to know the Napa Green Team and hear more about the Napa Green Vineyard certification while enjoying some pizza and beer/wine? Join us at The Forge for HAPPY HOUR.

When: Thurs, Nov 18, 2021
Time: 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Where: The Forge
Register for Happy Hour*
When: Thurs, Dec 2, 2021
Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Online OR in person at Cakebread Cellars
Register for In Person Event*
Register for Livestream

Winery Waste Discharge Requirements Workshop

Have you heard about the Water Board’s adoption of the WINERY WASTE DISCHARGE REQUIREMENTS and wondering what this means for your facility? Join us to hear from the Wine Institute, County Environmental Health, Napa Green’s own engineer Bill Bennett, and key regional vendors on next steps. SEE THE AGENDA.

Napa Green Grower Engagement & Vineyard Enrollment workshop

Connect with Ben Mackie, Napa Green’s Climate & Soil Specialist, to learn about the Napa Green Vineyard certification process and get ENROLLED (one-year transition period).

When: Thurs, Dec 9, 2021
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Online OR in person at Chimney Rock Winery
Register for In Person Event*
Register for Livestream

Napa Green Sponsors

Napa Green is grateful to our sponsors, who help fund our expanding operations and programs. If you are interested in becoming a Napa Green Sponsor please reach out to Napa Green Executive Director, Anna Brittain.

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We’re pouring some stellar Napa Green wines tomorrow at @earthdaynapa to include:

@cakebreadcellars, @domainecarneros, @whiterockvineyards, @handwrittenwines, @amici_cellars & @robertmondavi!

Come by the booth! 🍷🌎

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We’re pouring some stellar Napa Green wines tomorrow at @earthdaynapa to include: @cakebreadcellars, @domainecarneros, @whiterockvineyards, @handwrittenwines, @amici_cellars & @robertmondavi! Come by the booth! 🍷🌎
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What you can do in the vineyard & what you can do at home! 🌼🦋

#happyearthday #earthmonth #sustainability #biodiversity #pollinators #herbicidefree #napa #napavalley #cheers

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What you can do in the vineyard & what you can do at home! 🌼🦋 #happyearthday #earthmonth #sustainability #biodiversity #pollinators #herbicidefree #napa #napavalley #cheers
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Come on by to @cliffamily! 💚🍴

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Come on by to @cliffamily! 💚🍴
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Come get involved this Earth Month! 🌎🌱

🌷 Earth Day Napa - Saturday, April 20th 11am -4pm at Oxbow Commons

🌷All Things Bottle Sustainability Workshop - Friday, April 26th at @pineridgewine from 9am -12:30pm. Registration is $20

🌷 All Things Bottle Sustainability Dinner! Friday, April 26th at @neotempowines with Karen MacNeil & Chef Dave Cruz!

Message us directly or head to the link in our bio for info!

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Come get involved this Earth Month! 🌎🌱 🌷 Earth Day Napa - Saturday, April 20th 11am -4pm at Oxbow Commons 🌷All Things Bottle Sustainability Workshop - Friday, April 26th at @pineridgewine from 9am -12:30pm. Registration is $20 🌷 All Things Bottle Sustainability Dinner! Friday, April 26th at @neotempowines with Karen MacNeil & Chef Dave Cruz! Message us directly or head to the link in our bio for info!
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Exciting news from @amici_cellars!

In celebration of Earth Month, from now through May 11, use code NAPAGREEN for 10% off your wine purchase. Even better? We’ll donate 20% of each sale to @napagreen and their sustainable initiatives.

We are proud to be Napa Green-certified, joining their mission for environmental stewardship. Stay tuned this week to learn more about our certification and about how Napa Green is pioneering a greener future in our valley.
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#amicicellars #NapaGreen #Sustainability #WineLovers #napawine #makeyourdollarscount #deliciouswine #cabernet #winecollector

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Exciting news from @amici_cellars! In celebration of Earth Month, from now through May 11, use code NAPAGREEN for 10% off your wine purchase. Even better? We’ll donate 20% of each sale to @napagreen and their sustainable initiatives. We are proud to be Napa Green-certified, joining their mission for environmental stewardship. Stay tuned this week to learn more about our certification and about how Napa Green is pioneering a greener future in our valley. - - - #amicicellars #NapaGreen #Sustainability #WineLovers #napawine #makeyourdollarscount #deliciouswine #cabernet #winecollector
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Economic benefits & ROI of workshops: In a time of changing consumer trends, we want you think of us as extended members of your team. We are here to help share information of ways to not only increase your sustainability but also share with you how these things bring with them ROI, decrease in cost, consumer approval & many other economic benefits.

Join us at our All Things Bottle Sustainability Workshop to hear from our panel of experts. Registration is $20 and the link can be found in our profile. Cheers!

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Economic benefits & ROI of workshops: In a time of changing consumer trends, we want you think of us as extended members of your team. We are here to help share information of ways to not only increase your sustainability but also share with you how these things bring with them ROI, decrease in cost, consumer approval & many other economic benefits. Join us at our All Things Bottle Sustainability Workshop to hear from our panel of experts. Registration is $20 and the link can be found in our profile. Cheers!
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📣 Don’t miss these events!

April 26th - All Things Bottle Sustainability, Pine Ridge Vineyards, 9:00am.

May 23rd - The Future of Water Workshop, 9:00am.

On April 26 we have 12+ speakers covering all aspects of climate smart glass and packaging. Digging in on the truly most sustainable recyclable/compostable/reusable options, with some product show and tell.

On May 23 we have keynotes from two incredible speakers and internationally renowned experts: Peter Gleick, co-founder of the Pacific Institute and author of The Three Ages of Water, and Mimi Casteel, vineyard manager at Hope Well Wine and forest ecologist.

Register now!

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📣 Don’t miss these events! April 26th - All Things Bottle Sustainability, Pine Ridge Vineyards, 9:00am. May 23rd - The Future of Water Workshop, 9:00am. On April 26 we have 12+ speakers covering all aspects of climate smart glass and packaging. Digging in on the truly most sustainable recyclable/compostable/reusable options, with some product show and tell. On May 23 we have keynotes from two incredible speakers and internationally renowned experts: Peter Gleick, co-founder of the Pacific Institute and author of The Three Ages of Water, and Mimi Casteel, vineyard manager at Hope Well Wine and forest ecologist. Register now!
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Join us for a dinner that brilliantly combines luxury and sustainability with Vintner Kia Behnia, acclaimed Chef Dave Cruz and The Wine Bible Author, Karen MacNeil!

This event will help Napa Green raise much needed funding to keep our non profit thriving. For more info head to the link in our bio or email social@napagreen.org!

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Join us for a dinner that brilliantly combines luxury and sustainability with Vintner Kia Behnia, acclaimed Chef Dave Cruz and The Wine Bible Author, Karen MacNeil! This event will help Napa Green raise much needed funding to keep our non profit thriving. For more info head to the link in our bio or email social@napagreen.org!
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We invite you join us at a very special wine dinner with @karenmacneilco, Chef Dave Cruz and @neotempowines to raise funds for climate action in the wine industry.

For further details please go to the link in our profile or email social@napagreen.org.

We hope to see you there. Cheers!

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We invite you join us at a very special wine dinner with @karenmacneilco, Chef Dave Cruz and @neotempowines to raise funds for climate action in the wine industry. For further details please go to the link in our profile or email social@napagreen.org. We hope to see you there. Cheers!
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Happy Earth Month! While our members celebrate the Earth every day of the year, this month is a great time to showcase those sustainability practices and tell consumers what you do to be green! Be sure to tag @napagreen in your posts, join us @earthdaynapa, and reach out for more ways to get involved!

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Happy Earth Month! While our members celebrate the Earth every day of the year, this month is a great time to showcase those sustainability practices and tell consumers what you do to be green! Be sure to tag @napagreen in your posts, join us @earthdaynapa, and reach out for more ways to get involved!
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Meghan brings her passion for wine and sustainability together in her role as @napagreen’s social media manager. She is both a Vintner and Certified Sommelier and helps our members share their sustainability stories, emphasizing how caring for nature and community elevates both quality and guest experience.

Thanks for your unwavering passion and dedication @mvino1!

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Meghan brings her passion for wine and sustainability together in her role as @napagreen’s social media manager. She is both a Vintner and Certified Sommelier and helps our members share their sustainability stories, emphasizing how caring for nature and community elevates both quality and guest experience. Thanks for your unwavering passion and dedication @mvino1!
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Join the @napagreen team this earth month at events around the valley at @cliffamily @earthdaynapa @silveroakcellars and more.

We look forward to talking (and drinking) sustainability with you!

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Join the @napagreen team this earth month at events around the valley at @cliffamily @earthdaynapa @silveroakcellars and more. We look forward to talking (and drinking) sustainability with you!
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Say hi to @marisataylorwines, our Winery & Climate Specialist. Marisa has supported sustainable farming and green practices from vineyard to cellar and across all winemaking operations and continues to leverage her expertise to help wineries become climate action champions.

Thanks for all you do!

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Say hi to @marisataylorwines, our Winery & Climate Specialist. Marisa has supported sustainable farming and green practices from vineyard to cellar and across all winemaking operations and continues to leverage her expertise to help wineries become climate action champions. Thanks for all you do!
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Last week we had a great climate smart burn and alternatives demonstration @gloriaferrerwinery where attendees learned techniques for a conservation/low-smoke burn with demonstrations from @thecleanburncompany and @napa.char.

Additionally, speakers from @naparcd and Treasury Wine Estates presented the results from a recent vineyard biochar application research project.

Learn more on our website.

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Last week we had a great climate smart burn and alternatives demonstration @gloriaferrerwinery where attendees learned techniques for a conservation/low-smoke burn with demonstrations from @thecleanburncompany and @napa.char. Additionally, speakers from @naparcd and Treasury Wine Estates presented the results from a recent vineyard biochar application research project. Learn more on our website.
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