MGM Resorts International recently completed one of the country’s largest rooftop solar arrays atop the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. The installation features more than 26,000 photovoltaic panels and supplies roughly 25 percent of the power required by Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. MGM estimates the solar array will reduce carbon dioxide emissions by about 8,400 metric tons annually—the equivalent of removing approximately 1,700 cars from the road—and generate enough electricity to power an estimated 1,340 homes.
By producing a significant portion of its own electricity, MGM Resorts aims to improve price stability for energy costs and reduce demand on the southern Nevada power grid. The project aligns with the company’s ongoing sustainability efforts and long-term strategy to incorporate renewable energy across its operations.
“MGM Resorts International has a long history of integrating environmentally responsible practices throughout our operations to help preserve the planet’s limited resources. Our continued partnership with NRG is a source of pride and inspires our desire to continually implement innovative solutions that promote renewable energy,” said Cindy Ortega, senior vice president and chief sustainability officer at MGM Resorts International.
Chuck Bowling, president and chief operating officer of Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, added that the expanded rooftop solar array reinforces the resort’s commitment to being a sustainable destination for conferences and conventions. “Utilizing energy produced from a renewable resource is a cornerstone of our comprehensive strategy of sustainable operation,” he said.
The Mandalay Bay rooftop installation not only contributes to measurable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions but also supports the resort’s broader sustainability goals by lowering operational energy costs and enhancing resilience against grid fluctuations. As large hospitality venues increasingly seek renewable solutions, this project serves as a model for integrating on-site clean energy at scale while maintaining guest comfort and operational performance.