Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) has announced a €6.44 million ($7.16 million) investment in its beverage production hub in Newbridge, Co. Kildare.

The company plans to electrify its heating systems by installing advanced heat pump technology and implementing various energy-saving measures.

Once complete, the upgraded facility will operate on 100% renewable electricity, significantly reducing overall energy consumption. This upgrade is expected to cut approximately 1,600 metric tons of carbon emissions each year, aligning with KDP’s 2030 climate goals to source all electricity from renewables and lower Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30%.

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This project is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland.

Minister for Enterprise Trade & Employment Peter Burke TD said: "The announcement today that Keurig Dr Pepper plans to invest €6.44 million in its Newbridge facility is exceptionally welcome news. The plans, including a state-of-the-art facility powered with 100% renewable electricity and reduced carbon emissions, are very much in line with the Climate Action Plan. Introducing these initiatives will help in meeting our targets and go towards protecting our environmental future, both locally and globally."

Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation Dara Calleary said: "It has been my pleasure to meet with David Lainchbury and the team at Keurig Dr Pepper in Newbridge and hear about their plans to invest over €6 million in their beverage production International Operations hub. I commend all efforts to reduce carbon emissions and the steps made towards a sustainable future for all. Thanks to Keurig Dr Pepper for both their continued investment in Ireland and championing investments in sustainability."