MGM Resorts International
MGM Resorts International's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, MGM Resorts International completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
MGM Resorts International has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 |
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Insights into MGM Resorts International's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of MGM Resorts International amounted to 707,029 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a
Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of MGM Resorts International decreased by 6.22%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.ab
MGM Resorts International's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are MGM Resorts International's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of MGM Resorts International were 224,425 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has MGM Resorts International reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, MGM Resorts International's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 19.41%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2023), MGM Resorts International's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 3.56%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.ab
What are MGM Resorts International's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, MGM Resorts International reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 388,786 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 482,604 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has MGM Resorts International reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, MGM Resorts International's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 33.61%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ab
Compared to the previous year (2023), MGM Resorts International's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that MGM Resorts International's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.ab
What methodology does MGM Resorts International use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, MGM Resorts International reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
MGM Resorts International's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into MGM Resorts International's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, MGM Resorts International reported 251,347 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2024 disclosure of MGM Resorts International includes a breakdown across 3 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, down from 7 in 2023, indicating a decline in reporting granularity and reduced insight into the company's full value chain emissions.a
MGM Resorts International's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are MGM Resorts International's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, MGM Resorts International reported total Scope 3 emissions of 251,347 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has MGM Resorts International reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, MGM Resorts International's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 87.48%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ac
Compared to the previous year (2023), MGM Resorts International's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 87.45%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain.ab
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does MGM Resorts International disclose?
In 2024, MGM Resorts International reported emissions for 3 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of MGM Resorts International's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to MGM Resorts International's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 187,445 tCO₂e (74.58%)
- Waste Generated in Operations (Cat. 5): 56,699 tCO₂e (22.56%)
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 7,203 tCO₂e (2.87%)
MGM Resorts International's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into MGM Resorts International’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, MGM Resorts International reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 224,425 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 17,241 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 13.02 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
MGM Resorts International's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does MGM Resorts International's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, MGM Resorts International reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 13.02 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 6.46, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does MGM Resorts International rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, MGM Resorts International ranked 16 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
MGM Resorts International is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a
Insights into MGM Resorts International's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, MGM Resorts International reported a total carbon footprint of 958,376 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 65.24% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.ab
The largest contributor to MGM Resorts International's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 50.36% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 26.23%.a