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Europe's CO2 Shortage & The Beer Industry

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The 2018 Fifa World Cup began last Thursday in Russia amidst crowds of excited attendees. It is no secret that beer and The World Cup are almost synonymous with one another. The summer heat leaves match goers flocking for refreshing, carbonated beverages causing a surge in the demand.  Carbon Dioxide is produced from ammonia plants, which also are used in the production of fertiliser and typically takes place during the winter months. In an article from Gasworld they said, "Fertiliser companies then plan maintenance or shutdowns in April through to June on a regular basis – but this is coincidently the peak...

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Männertag: Father's Day in Germany

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Picture yourself strolling down the streets of Germany, when you begin to notice groups of men wheeling carts loaded with alcohol and food, drinking and celebrating. Most of us are aware that the beer culture surrounding Germany is deeply rooted in their history, resulting in a certain national respect for the golden brew. This love extends into their Father’s Day traditions, also known as Vatertag or Männertag (men’s day), where their celebrations might look a bit interesting to outsiders. Father's Day became an official holiday in the United States thanks to a woman named Sonora Smart Dodd from Spokane, Washington. She thought that fathers deserved a day equivalent to...

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