MGM Resorts International today unveiled its 100 megawatt solar system, the world’s largest directly sourced renewable power project for the hotel industry, the company announced.
The array’s clean energy now generates up to 90 percent of the daily electricity needs of MGM Resorts in Las Vegas, encompassing 65 million square feet of buildings in 13 buildings and more than 36,000 rooms on the Las Vegas Strip, including Bellagio, ARIA, Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand and The Mirage, among others.
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“With the vast size and resources of MGM Resorts, we are able to make a meaningful difference in the fight against climate change and we recognize our responsibility to build a greener future,” said Bill Hornbuckle, CEO and President of MGM Resorts said in a statement. “Today we are taking a significant step forward in our environmental sustainability initiatives in Las Vegas and our long-term vision of protecting the planet and making a lasting, positive impact in our communities around the world.”
The launch marks a milestone in MGM Resorts’ long-term climate strategy and significantly accelerates progress towards the 2025 goal of reducing the company’s emissions by 45 percent per square foot. MGM Resorts also announces two new goals that it has developed in accordance with the guidelines of the Science-based Targets Initiative and submitted to the initiative for review:
– Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from Scope 1 and 2 by 50 percent by 2030 (base year 2019)
– By 2030, get 100 percent renewable electricity in the US and 80 percent globally
“MGM Resorts has long been Nevada’s largest private employer and has shown a clear commitment to leverage their size and scale to lead on important issues such as climate change, renewable energy and sustainability,” said Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak. “This solar system is one of the most important steps our industry has taken to combat climate change and promote renewable energies. Providing clean, renewable energy to so much of the Strip sends a strong message about Nevada’s role as the national leader in renewable energy and our commitment to combating climate change. “
