MGM Resorts International recently endorsed the United Nations CEO Water Mandate, a global initiative and coalition of hundreds of major companies committed to addressing water crises and challenges. MGM Resorts is the first gaming company to endorse the mandate, joining more than 230 diverse companies worldwide.
MGM Resorts Chief Executive Officer and President Bill Hornbuckle said, “Given our environmental conditions, Las Vegas has long been innovative in its approach to water. The ongoing drought and effects of climate change in the Western U.S. are a wake-up call that we need to do more, and to that end, we’re proud to endorse the CEO Water Mandate to not only share what we’ve learned in Las Vegas, but also help strengthen our commitments.”
The CEO Water Mandate represents one of the world’s most ambitious platforms for corporate water stewardship, mobilizing business leaders to commit to meaningful action across six key elements and report annually on their progress. Companies also identify and reduce critical water risks to their businesses, recognize water-related opportunities and contribute to water security and UN Sustainable Development Goals.
MGM Resorts finalized its Global Water Policy last year, outlining how water will be resourced and managed across all global operations. Between 2007 and 2021, MGM Resorts reduced water use by 37 percent. Through conservation and water-efficient building and design initiatives, the company avoided using 5.6 billion gallons.
Water-saving efforts at MGM Resorts include:
- Replacing more than 200,000 square feet of real grass with drought-tolerant landscaping in Las Vegas
- Installing water-efficient fixtures and equipment in guest rooms, kitchens and laundry facilities
- Using an onsite well and pool drainage from the ‘O’ Theater as source water for Lake Bellagio
- Enhancing the efficiency of Las Vegas cooling tower systems to reduce evaporative loss
MGM recently was recognized as a leader in sustainability and was listed on global environmental non-profit CDP’s annual A-List of leaders in corporate transparency and performance on climate change and water security. The company also received special accreditation to attend the 2023 UN Water Conference in March 2023.
