Casino goes green for Earth Month

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Photo by Mason Callejas

For the month leading up to Earth Day, Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino has kicked off its annual CodeGreen Challenge and is hosting environmentally-conscience events. Saturday, the casino observed “Earth Hour” by turning off non-essential exterior lights.

April 1-3, Harrah’s plans a plastic bag drive, encouraging guests and employees to bring in plastic bags that will be recycled in conjunction with the local Bashas’ store.

April 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be a shredding event. Guests and employees can bring in any document to be shredded and recycled.

April 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Harrah’s and the Ak-Chin Indian Community will participate in an adopt-a-highway event. The casino will have an “energy” booth at ACIC Earth Day event.

April 22 is Earth Day, Harrah’s Ak-Chin will give away a Nissan Leaf to Total Rewards member.