Mandalay Bay Convention Center and UBM Announce Sustainability and Energy Efficiency Collaboration
12 Fevereiro 2018 - 8:46PM
UBM plc, the world’s largest pure-play business-to-business events
organizer, and its UBM Fashion Group division, have joined forces
in a strategic partnership with Mandalay Bay Convention Center
(MBCC) to co-develop a new LED lighting system within its exhibit
halls.
The upgraded system will debut during the
February 12-14 edition of MAGIC and will demonstrate MBCC and UBM’s
commitment to being progressive leaders in sustainable,
environmental, and socially responsible business practices. This
multi-million-dollar investment will provide significant carbon
footprint reductions and improve the overall appearance of the
MBCC.
“UBM is committed to sustainability across its events, so
when conversations about partnering with the Mandalay Bay
Convention Center to upgrade existing lighting, replace all
fixtures and install a new control system came to fruition, we
enthusiastically agreed,” said Tony Calanca, Executive Vice
President of Exhibitions, UBM. “We are honored to partner with
the MBCC and the impressive team responsible for executing this
expansive lighting overhaul in just a matter of months. UBM’s
partnership with the MBCC, coupled with this
new, state-of-the-art lighting system, will provide long-term
sustainability for the tradeshow industry, the city of Las Vegas
and the broader society in which we live.”
As a result of this partnership, MBCC and UBM
will replace more than 1,000 light fixtures with top-of-the-line
LED lights, increasing the luminescence range of the interior hall
by nearly 300 percent and resulting in 85 percent less energy usage
than previous lighting units.
“It’s UBM’s mission to raise awareness around
sustainability issues with our suppliers, customers, and the owners
of the venues we use. We strive to run UBM’s business in an
environmentally responsible way, reducing our environmental impact
wherever and whenever possible,” said Michael Alic, Managing
Director, UBM Fashion.
MBCC’s new lighting system is reducing our environmental
footprint by focusing on:
- The new control system is estimated to reduce energy
consumption by 85 percent due to the ability to customize light
levels. This amount of projected energy savings could power all of
Mandalay Bay for nearly 5 days and prevent 900 Metric Tons of
greenhouse gases (CO2E) each year.
- Within the 10-year project life, there will no longer be a need
to recycle 26,898 fluorescent lamps, which equals 20.4 miles of
lighting.
- Each of the pre-existing fluorescent lamps contained 4 mg. of
mercury, which means the 26,898 lamps recycled every 10 years
contained 4 ounces of mercury. It only takes one ounce of
mishandled mercury to contaminate a lake for centuries.
- Each year, 3,000 lamps will no longer need to be boxed a second
time then transported to other states for recycling.
Chris Magee, vice president of sustainable facilities for MGM
Resorts, said, “This higher quality lighting system will help
Mandalay Bay Convention Center – and MGM Resorts International
– achieve significant energy savings. UBM is a valued
partner and is as committed as we are to the environment.
We’re excited to unveil the results of our collaboration.”Mandalay
Bay and the Mandalay Bay Convention Center hold the coveted Five
Key ratings from the Green Key Eco-Rating and Meetings Programs. In
addition, TripAdvisor has awarded the resort Gold in its Green
Leaders Program. Mandalay Bay integrates environmentally
responsible practices into its operations including the recycling
of more than 80 percent of all convention materials. From
sustainable service ware and organic, sustainable menus to zero
waste recycling, Mandalay Bay’s Convention Service Managers offer a
number of options to help each group conduct green and socially
responsible meetings.
About UBM plc | UBM plc is
the largest pure-play B2B Events organiser in the world. In an
increasingly digital world, the value of connecting on a
meaningful, human level has never been more important. At UBM,
our deep knowledge and passion for the industry sectors we serve
allow us to create valuable experiences where people can succeed.
At our events people build relationships, close deals and grow
their businesses. Our 3,750+ people, based in more than 20
countries, serve more than 50 different sectors – from fashion to
pharmaceutical ingredients. These global networks, skilled,
passionate people and market-leading events provide exciting
opportunities for business people to achieve their
ambitions. For more information, go to
http://www.ubm.com for UBM corporate news, follow us on Twitter at
@UBM ,UBM Plc LinkedIn
About UBM Fashion | Uniting the most
influential fashion retail decision makers and the world’s top
fashion brands, UBM Fashion serves the $1 trillion+ worldwide
fashion industry through its comprehensive marketplaces in New York
(NY Men’s and Women’s) and Las Vegas (MAGIC). UBM Fashion
serves the industry by bringing together great brands and retailers
in superbly merchandised shows while providing superior customer
service and ultimately presenting end consumers with the best
apparel, footwear, accessories, and fashion products. For
more information, go to www.ubmfashion.com
About Mandalay Bay | Mandalay Bay Resort and
Casino is a unique destination resort set on 120 lush acres on the
Las Vegas Strip. The resort offers three distinct hotel
experiences: Mandalay Bay with 3,211 luxurious rooms and suites
reflecting a modern tropical ambiance; Four Seasons Hotel, a AAA
Five Diamond hotel offering 424 newly remodelled rooms and suites;
and the luxury all-suite Delano Las Vegas that debuted September
2014. Mandalay Bay boasts an 11-acre tropical pool paradise
featuring real sand, a wave pool, the only climate-controlled,
poolside gaming in the city and DAYLIGHT Beach Club. Other resort
highlights include world-class entertainment at the 12,000-seat
Mandalay Bay Events Center, award-winning dining by celebrity chefs
and restaurateurs, LIGHT Nightclub, Shark Reef Aquarium, Spa
Mandalay and the recently expanded 2-million-square-foot Mandalay
Bay Convention Center. Mandalay Bay also is home to Michael
Jackson ONE, Cirque du Soleil’s latest resident production based on
the music and choreography of the King of Pop. Mandalay Bay
is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International
(NYSE:MGM). For more information and reservations,
visit mandalaybay.com, call toll free at (877) 632-7800 or
find us on Facebook and Twitter.
Media Contacts:
UBM AmericasBeth Cowperthwaite Vice President, Corporate
Communications
Beth.Cowperthwaite@ubm.com
203-414-0865
MGM Resorts InternationalSonya PadgettCorporate
Communicationsspadgett@mgmresorts.com702-692-6807
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