[MACAU, June 16, 2014] In support of the Macau Energy Conservation Week 2014 “Lights Off” Campaign organized by the Office for the Development of Energy Sector of Macau, MGM MACAU joined the rest of the city and turned off the property’s exterior lights for one hour on June 16, 2014.

On Monday, June 16, at 8:30pm, MGM MACAU turned off its exterior lights for one hour, including the “MGM MACAU” signboard light on the building, fountain lights at the main entrance, exterior façade floodlights, spotlights at the lion statue and LED screen at the North-East casino entrance.  At Six Senses Spa, all treatment rooms used ambience candles for illumination instead of electric lighting equipment.

"Promoting environmental awareness is at the heart of what we do as an environmentally responsible organization that is passionate about going green and helping save the environment.  We believe that a green business is a better business, and we will continue to support green activities and campaigns in an effort to contribute towards sustaining a green and healthy planet for future generations”, said Mr. Grant R. Bowie, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of MGM China Holdings Limited.

MGM MACAU is committed to contributing positively to the environment and reducing carbon emissions.  Since April 2013, MGM MACAU has been one of the supporters of the “Earth Hour, Every Month” campaign in Macau, joining in the combined efforts to stop and reverse climate change.

Environmental sustainability is a fundamental part of how MGM MACAU does business.  The Company’s sustainability vision, “Creating Tomorrow Today”, articulates its belief in incorporating a sustainable outlook into its business practice.

 

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MGM MACAU joins the rest of the city in the observance of the “Lights Off” campaign by switching off the lights within its property for one hour on June 16, 2014. 

 

About MGM MACAU

MGM MACAU is a unique property located on a prime waterfront site in Macau. With 582 rooms, the 35-storey hotel tower rises 154 meters into the sky; its glass exterior reflects the hues of the South China Sea and the swell of the ocean surf. The US$1.25 billion property boasts a number of distinguishing features, including the architecturally stunning 1,088m² Grande Praça. Under a marvelous glass ceiling, the 25-meter high European-inspired facades and dramatic landscapes make this a unique venue for all occasions.

In addition to the award-winning Six Senses Spa and the authentic and intriguing art-pieces that fill the property, visitors have 8 signature restaurants and bars to fulfill any gastronomic cravings, including: Aux Beaux Arts brasserie, Rossio with its open-kitchen concept, Imperial Court, Square Eight and the Lion’s Bar, to suit any mood for the evening.

 

For media enquiries, please contact:    

Karen Lam                
Assistant Public Relations Manager 
MGM China    
Tel: (853) 8802 3801 
Email: karenlam@mgmchina.com.mo                            

Juliana Kung   
Assistant Public Relations Manager
MGM China
Tel: (853) 8802 3803
Email: julianakung@mgmchina.com.mo