Mead Johnson using landfill gas to power facility

Leading paediatric nutrition developer Mead Johnson announced today that it is now using landfill gas to generate a large proportion of the energy needed to power its manufacturing facility in Evansville, Indiana.

It is thought the project will reduce the plant's carbon dioxide emissions by around 24,000 tonnes per year – equivalent to the gas produced by 4,400 cars.

Jeff Jobe, senior vice president of Mead Johnson supply chain, said the organisation is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and improving sustainability.

"We're pleased to be converting from natural gas - a fossil fuel, to landfill gas - a renewable energy source, for a majority of our energy usage at our Evansville facility," he added.

Evansville Mayor Jonathan Weinzapfel said the city is committed to supporting environmental initiatives that help to improve the social and economic health of the community.

The company currently distributes more than 70 nutritional products across 50 markets worldwide.