Since the California State Water Board introduced the General Waste Discharge Requirements (GWDRs) to regulate the discharge of winery process water, local wineries, especially those falling within specific tiers, have been slow to adopt compliance reporting. This sluggish pace has raised concerns among industry experts about the implications for individual producers and the wine industry.
In the recent article, Are Wineries Complying with California’s New Winery Wastewater Order? The Answer is: Yes and No, published by WineBusiness, Mark Dodd, Senior Business Development Manager, along with other seasoned industry experts, shed light on the factors influencing wine producers' compliance with these regulations.
The article emphasizes the financial strain on wineries, especially smaller ones, in meeting compliance standards and stresses the importance of monitoring and reporting to satisfy regulatory demands.
Noncompliance could tarnish the industry’s reputation and hinder business transactions due to regulatory liabilities. Thus, collaborative efforts among stakeholders are needed to effectively navigate the complexities of regulatory compliance.
Read the full interview here.
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