Benzinga | Sep 28, 2021 02:43PM EDT

Diageo Opens Carbon Neutral Whiskey Distillery In Kentucky

* Diageo Plc (NYSE:DEO) has opened a new Whiskey distillery in Kentucky, which will operate using 100% renewable electricity, Zero fossil fuels for production, and virtual metering technology.

* The new site aligns with Diageo's aim to become net-zero carbon across direct operations by 2030.

* The site will offer 30 full-time jobs and source 100% non-GMO corn locally.

* The 72,000 square-foot facility can produce up to 10 million proof gallons per year and has begun distilling Bulleit Bourbon using electrode boilers.

* Price Action: DEO shares are trading lower by 0.84% at $189.81 on the last check Tuesday.