LAS VEGAS, Aug. 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- MGM Resorts
International, a world leader in hospitality and entertainment, has
issued its Environmental Responsibility Report chronicling its
comprehensive philosophy known as its "Green Advantage". The
report, released during the Fourth Annual National Clean Energy
Summit held at the Company's ARIA Resort, outlines the company's
strategic approach and recent achievements toward improved
stewardship of the environment at its 15 resorts around the
country.
"Environmental responsibility is a core company value that is
woven into and throughout our culture and business operations,"
said James J. Murren, Chairman and
CEO of MGM Resorts International. "For our customers, environmental
stewardship is becoming a key area of awareness. They are becoming
increasingly sophisticated in their expectations, and we are proud
to be a leader in demonstrating that environmental responsibility
and a superior guest experience go hand-in-hand with world class
hospitality and entertainment," Murren said.
The report
(http://www.mgmresorts.com/files/company/MGMReport-final.pdf)
details the Company's efforts in five core areas:
- Energy and Water
- Green Building
- Waste and Recycling
- Supply Chain
- Outreach and Education
As of the end of 2010, the Company succeeded in reducing
electric power consumption by 140 M kWh; reduced Carbon Dioxide
Emissions by 56 thousand metric tons; reduced water consumption by
200 M gallons; and diverted more than 33% of its waste from local
landfills. The Company also introduced the first fleet of
CNG-powered limousines, as well as organic and sustainable food
strategies at its 165 restaurants.
Additionally, the Company worked with its suppliers to develop
sustainable purchasing practices focused on raw materials,
logistics and an assessment of the environmental impact of
products; while also conducting Outreach & Education to
employees, guests, suppliers and the communities in which it
operates to help increase awareness that personal actions can
affect future generations.
"Leadership is about walking the talk," Murren said. "We are
proud that our efforts have been validated by our properties
receiving the highest levels in the Green Key Eco-Hospitality
Rating system, and that CityCenter in Las
Vegas is the largest LEED Gold certified development in the
world, with six LEED Gold awards."
About MGM Resorts International
With more than 61,000 employees, MGM Resorts International
(NYSE: MGM) is one of the world's leading global hospitality
companies, operating a portfolio of destination resort brands,
including Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and The Mirage. In
addition to its 51% interest in MGM China Holdings and the MGM
Macau, the Company has significant holdings in gaming, hospitality
and entertainment, owns and operates 15 properties located in
Nevada, Mississippi and Michigan, and has 50% investments in three
other properties in Nevada and
Illinois. The Company also
operates The Signature at MGM Grand, Luxor, ARIA, Vdara, Veer
Towers, Crystals, The Mirage, New
York-New York, Monte Carlo,
Excalibur, Circus Circus Las Vegas, Gold Strike in Jean, NV; Railroad Pass in Henderson, NV, Circus Circus Reno, Beau Rivage
in Biloxi, MS; Gold Strike in
Tunica, MS, and MGM Grand
Detroit.
Statements in this release which are not historical facts are
"forward looking" statements and "safe harbor statements" Under the
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve risks
and/or uncertainties, including risks and/or uncertainties as
described in the company's public filings with the Securities and
Exchange Commission.
SOURCE MGM Resorts, International