Emerging as the champion of climate change, MGM Resorts International has launched a solar array to power 13 Las Vegas resorts. The ‘Mega Solar Array project’ has been developed with Invenergy with power purchase agreement in place.
The 323,000 panels have been installed in the desert north of Las Vegas , spreading upto 640 acres and are reported to be hospitality industry’s largest directly sourced renewable electricity project.
As per Gambling Insider, Bill Hornbuckle, MGM Resorts CEO and President, said: “With MGM Resorts’ significant scale and resources, we’re positioned to make a meaningful difference in the fight against climate change, and we recognise our responsibility to build a more environmentally sustainable future.
“Today we’re marking a significant step forward in our environmental sustainability initiatives in Las Vegas, and our long-term vision to protect the planet and achieve an enduring, positive impact in our communities worldwide.”
As per Gambling Insider, Nevada Governor, Steve Sisolak, added: “MGM Resorts has long been Nevada’s largest private employer and has shown a clear commitment to using their size and scale to lead on important issues like climate change, renewable energy and sustainability.
“This solar array is among the most significant steps our industry has taken in terms of tackling climate change and promoting renewable energy. Powering so much of the Strip with clean, renewable energy sends a powerful message about Nevada’s role as a national leader in renewable energy and our commitment to fighting climate change.”
The solar power is expected to light up the venues like the Bellagio, Mandalay Bay, MGM Grand and the Mirage.