Crate's journey towards sustainability started long before we opened our doors. Driven by a desire to reduce waste and make the most out of scarce resources, we got creative with our bar and invited the Hackney Wick community to help us upcycle waste into beautiful furniture. Today this upcycled, paired back interior is an iconic part of our brand's aesthetic.

We take a holistic approach to sustainability, considering the impact of every decision we make as a business on the environment and our community. That's why we formed an internal sustainability drive group, which works across departments to create policies and act as a green lens for all decision-making.

From 2019 to 2025, Crate partnered with Doug McMaster to open Silo London, the world's first zero-waste restaurant. Doug's expertise has been instrumental in helping us close the loop on many parts of our operation, and he has been a driving force of change within our company.

Our core range beers are brewed by Wiper & True, who use CO₂ recapture and reuse during the fermentation process, and power their operations with renewable solar energy. 100% of brewing grain by-products are repurposed as animal feed on local farms, and electric vehicles are used for on-site transport and handling.

We also brew small batch beers - like our Crate East and Seasonal Sours hyper-locally; cutting emissions used on transport, and reducing wastage by brewing in smaller volumes.

We serve our pizzas and bar snacks on 100% biodegradable seaweed sheets produced by our neighbors at Notpla, recent winners of the Earthshot Prize. We're inspired by their innovative products and delighted to work with them.

While we still have a long way to go, we're proud of our sustainable journey so far. With influential partners and a strong desire to do better, we're well on our way towards a more sustainable future.