As part of a broader commitment to reduce its environmental footprint, Johnson & Johnson Vision is removing the plastic pouches currently placed on the outside of European Acuvue contact lens deliveries from 18 April 2022 – with the UK to follow in two months’ time
The move to place delivery notes inside orders without external packaging will save approximately 10 tons of plastic across Europe every year, the company claims.
In order to maintain a seamless delivery process, Johnson & Johnson Vision has introduced stickers that contain essential customer information, with plans to expand this to its wider operations.
Jacqueline Henderson, the company’s EMEA area vice president for vision care, said: “At Johnson & Johnson Vision, we’re dedicated to reducing our environmental impact and finding sustainable solutions. This is why we’ve made the decision to optimise our packaging by removing plastic pouches and using stickers instead. It may seem like a small step, but it’s significant – even minimal changes to day-to-day processes can make a huge impact in the long run and help contribute to a healthier planet.”
This latest move will support Johnson & Johnson’s overall journey towards its 2030 net zero target. The business recently published its plans to cut its carbon footprint, reduce waste and limit the use of natural resources. As part of this mission Johnson & Johnson Vision has made significant progress globally, including saving 42,000 tons of CO2 annually through renewable and energy efficient programmes and moving to 100% renewable electricity in 2022, three years ahead of target.
For more information about the company’s sustainability efforts, visit www.acuvue.com/sustainability and www.jjvision.com/corporate-social-responsibility