September 16, 2010 - MGM Resorts International Receives Environmental Recognition for Outstanding Glass Container Recycling Achievements
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September 16, 2010
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MGM Resorts International Receives Environmental Recognition for Outstanding Glass Container Recycling Achievements
GPI provides “Friends of Glass” Recognition as part of 2010 Recycle Glass Week
Alexandria, Virginia, September 16, 2010 - The Glass Packaging Institute (GPI) is proud to recognize MGM Resorts International as a model in the hospitality industry for its achievements in making significant and innovative efforts to promote glass container recycling and recycle glass containers for bottle-to-bottle use. MGM Resorts is among the six “Friends of Glass” recognized by GPI during its second-annual Recycle Glass Week, September 12 - 18, 2010. Find out more about the 2010 Friends of Glass: /learn-about-glass/recycle-glass-week/2010-friends-of-glass-honorees.html
“MGM Resorts is working hard to recycle almost all of the glass used at our world-class resorts, restaurants and entertainment venues, and we are honored to receive this recognition from GPI,” said Brad Tomm, Sustainability Manager at MGM Resorts International. “Many of our 62,000 employees and partners have championed the recycling effort in Las Vegas and we are proud to show that large operators can be leaders in environmental responsibility.”
“Consumers need to understand the impact they can have when they recycle glass bottles and jars. Glass is endlessly recyclable and there are big energy savings when recovered glass is used to make new bottles,” says Joseph Cattaneo, president of the Glass Packaging Institute. “We thank MGM Resorts International for collecting and recycling glass containers for bottle-to-bottle use and hope this recognition will call attention to the value of glass container recycling and ultimately help us reach the goal of using 50 percent recycled glass in the manufacture of new containers by the end of 2013.”
From January through July 2010, MGM Resorts recycled nearly 1,850 tons of glass containers at its ten Las Vegas, NV, hotel properties. MGM Resorts expects to recycle an estimated total of 3,000 tons (6 million pounds) of glass in 2010, nearly tripling the 1,148 tons of glass bottles and jars the Company recycled in 2009. MGM Resorts’ commitment to recycling glass has resulted in successes that showcase the potential viability of bar/restaurant/hotel programs in North America.
This year, GPI recognizes six “Friends of Glass” in four categories: Container Recycling Institute (website); MGM Resorts International (hospitality industry); We CAN Recycle Inc. (organization); and Best Friends of Glass, including Boulevard Brewing Company; Dr Pepper Snapple Group; and LiDestri. Friends of Glass honorees in 2009 included Earth911.com; the Hyatt Regency Atlanta; Rep. Jay Inslee; the City of Fort Collins, Colorado; Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.; Heaven Hill Distilleries; and McIlhenny Company for TABASCO® Brand.
Recycle Glass Week is an awareness event aimed to educate consumers about the environmental benefits of glass bottle recycling and encourage participation in recycling glass to help save energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and facilitate the industry’s nationwide goal of using 50 percent recycled content in the manufacture of new glass bottles and jars by the end of 2013. Visit www.gpi.org for more information on Recycle Glass Week activities and events.
About MGM Resorts International: MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a peerless portfolio of destination resort brands, including Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and The Mirage. 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 four other properties in Nevada, Illinois and Macau. One of those investments is CityCenter, an unprecedented urban resort destination on the Las Vegas Strip featuring its centerpiece ARIA Resort & Casino. Through its hospitality management subsidiary, the Company holds a growing number of development and management agreements for casino and non-casino resort projects around the world. MGM Resorts International supports responsible gaming and has implemented the American Gaming Association's Code of Conduct for Responsible Gaming at its gaming properties. The Company has been honored with numerous awards and recognitions for its industry-leading Diversity Initiative, its community philanthropy programs and the Company’s commitment to sustainable development and operations. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company's Web site at www.mgmresorts.com.
The Glass Packaging Institute (GPI) is the trade association representing the North American glass container industry. Through GPI, glass container manufacturers speak with one voice to advocate industry standards, promote sound environmental policies and educate packaging professionals. www.gpi.org
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About the institute
The Glass Packaging Institute (GPI) is the trade association representing the North American glass container industry. Through GPI, glass container manufacturers speak with one voice to advocate industry standards, promote sound environmental policies and educate packaging professionals. GPI member companies manufacture glass containers for food, beverage, cosmetic and many other products. GPI also has associate members that represent a broad range of suppliers and closure manufacturers.
