--- title: "Tank Beer: The Most Sustainable Way of Beer Dispensing" description: Discover how Duotank reduces waste and CO₂ emissions with recyclable tank beer inliners for a more sustainable beer dispensing system. image: https://duotank.com/hubfs/Copy-of-497_AEGIR_SOCIAL_1_0048-1.jpg --- [![Duotank2022-RGB-72dpi](https://duotank.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Duotank2022-RGB-72dpi.png?width=70&height=49&name=Duotank2022-RGB-72dpi.png)](https://duotank.com/en/?hsLang=en) - [English](https://duotank.com/blog/tank-beer-the-most-sustainable-way-of-beer-dispensing) - [Deutsch – Deutschland](https://duotank.com/de-de/blog/tankbier-die-nachhaltigste-art-des-bierausschanks) - [Français - France](https://duotank.com/fr-fr/blog/bi-re-en-tank-la-mani-re-la-plus-durable-de-servir-la-bi-re) - [Nederlands](https://duotank.com/nl/blog/tank-beer-the-most-sustainable-way-of-beer-dispensing) - Applications - [Hospitality and Tank Beer](https://duotank.com/hospitality-and-tank-beer?hsLang=en) - [Tank Beer on Events](https://duotank.com/tank-beer-on-events?hsLang=en) - [Tank Beer Transport](https://duotank.com/tank-beer-transport?hsLang=en) - [Tank Beer for Microbreweries](https://duotank.com/tank-beer-for-microbreweries?hsLang=en) - Tank Beer System - [System Overview](https://duotank.com/how-a-tank-beer-system-works?hsLang=en) - [Bag In Tank Principle](https://duotank.com/bag-in-tank-system?hsLang=en) - [Duotank Inliner](https://duotank.com/inliners?hsLang=en) - Products - [Next Gen Tank](https://duotank.com/the-next-gen-tank?hsLang=en) - [Venue Tanks and Equipment](https://duotank.com/venue-tanks-and-equipment?hsLang=en) - [Event Tanks and Equipment](https://duotank.com/event-tanks-and-equipment?hsLang=en) - Transport Tanks and Equipment - [Transport Tanks and Equipment](https://duotank.com/transport-tanks-and-equipment?hsLang=en) - [Delivery Units](https://duotank.com/delivery-units?hsLang=en) - [LGT- Lightweight Truck](https://duotank.com/lightweight-truck?hsLang=en) - [Bulk Transport](https://duotank.com/bulk-transport?hsLang=en) - [Duotank System Online](https://duotank.com/duotank-system-online?hsLang=en) - [Compliance](https://duotank.com/sustainability-and-certification?hsLang=en) - [About us](https://duotank.com/about?hsLang=en) - [Blog](https://duotank.com/blog) - [English](https://duotank.com/blog/tank-beer-the-most-sustainable-way-of-beer-dispensing) - [Deutsch – Deutschland](https://duotank.com/de-de/blog/tankbier-die-nachhaltigste-art-des-bierausschanks) - [Français - France](https://duotank.com/fr-fr/blog/bi-re-en-tank-la-mani-re-la-plus-durable-de-servir-la-bi-re) - [Nederlands](https://duotank.com/nl/blog/tank-beer-the-most-sustainable-way-of-beer-dispensing) [Vacancies](https://werkenbij.duotank.nl/) [Contact us](https://duotank.com/contact?hsLang=en) Blog # Tank Beer: The Most Sustainable Way of Beer Dispensing Discover how Duotank reduces waste and CO₂ emissions with recyclable tank beer inliners for a more sustainable beer dispensing system. [Veerle Verhagen](https://duotank.com/blog/author/veerle-verhagen) May 7, 2026 --- **Introduction** Tank beer has long been recognized as one of the most sustainable ways to dispense beer in the hospitality industry. Unlike traditional keg systems, tank beer operates **entirely on air pressure**, requires **minimal energy**, and does **not rely on CO₂** during the dispensing process. This already made tank beer an environmentally responsible choice for breweries, distributors and hospitality venues. But with a recent innovation from **Duotank**, the sustainability impact of tank beer dispensing has taken another significant step forward. Duotank has now developed a way to **recycle the inliner used in the tank beer system**, dramatically reducing the overall carbon footprint of the dispensing process. ---   **Why Tank Beer Is Already a Sustainable Dispensing System** Traditional beer dispensing systems often require CO₂ cylinders and frequent transport of kegs. This creates additional emissions related to gas production, transport and handling. Tank beer systems, on the other hand, are designed to operate differently. Key sustainability advantages include: - **Air-based dispensing** instead of CO₂ - **Lower energy consumption** compared to traditional systems - **Reduced packaging waste** compared to keg distribution - **Fewer logistics movements** when beer is delivered in bulk Because tank beer is delivered in larger volumes and dispensed directly from the tank, it reduces the need for packaging and handling throughout the supply chain. ---   **Closing the Loop: Recycling the Tank Beer Inliner** While tank beer systems are already highly efficient, Duotank has focused on improving another important component of the system: the **inliner**. The inliner is the hygienic barrier inside the tank that protects the beer and ensures consistent product quality. Until recently, this component had limited recycling options. Duotank has now successfully developed a **recycling program for these inliners**, enabling customers to return used liners so they can be processed and reused. This initiative allows breweries, distributors and operators to **further reduce the environmental footprint of their tank beer operations**. ---   **How the Duotank Recycling Program Works** Through the Duotank recycling program, customers can collect and return the inliners used in their tank beer systems. Once returned, the materials are processed and converted into **recycled granulate**. This granulate can then be used as raw material for other industrial applications, ensuring that the material does not go to waste. The process helps to: - reduce waste streams - reuse valuable materials - lower the overall carbon footprint of the tank beer system - contribute to a more circular economy By giving these materials a second life, Duotank ensures that the environmental benefits of tank beer dispensing extend beyond the bar or restaurant itself. ---   **Supporting a More Sustainable Hospitality Industry** Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important topic for breweries, distributors and hospitality operators worldwide. Consumers, regulators and businesses are all placing greater emphasis on **reducing environmental impact across the entire beverage supply chain**. Innovations such as the Duotank inliner recycling program help the industry move closer to that goal. By combining **CO₂-free dispensing, efficient bulk delivery and recyclable system components**, tank beer is now one of the most environmentally responsible beer dispensing solutions available today. ---   **Conclusion** Tank beer has always been a highly efficient and sustainable dispensing system. With the introduction of Duotank’s inliner recycling program, its environmental footprint has been reduced even further. By turning used inliners into recyclable raw materials, Duotank helps breweries, distributors and hospitality operators make their beer dispensing operations more sustainable. As the industry continues to focus on environmental responsibility, innovations like these play an important role in ensuring that **great beer can be served with a smaller carbon footprint**. 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