CTA Awards $125K in Grants to Advance Las Vegas Sustainability Projects
January 5, 2026
Funding backs urban tree planting and energy-efficient infrastructure as CES 2026 kicks off in Las Vegas
Today, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® is announcing it intends to award $125,000 in support of two major City of Las Vegas sustainability projects through the CES® 2026 Green Grants program. Split evenly between the initiatives, the grants underscore CTA’s long-standing commitment to environmental innovation and to giving back to the community that hosts CES each year.
CTA Executive Chair and CEO Gary Shapiro and CTA President Kinsey Fabrizio, along with Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley and local leaders, announced the grants during a press conference and ribbon cutting ceremony marking the completion of the $600 million renovation of the Las Vegas Convention Center’s (LVCC) legacy campus and start of CES.
“CES is where innovators from around the world come together to build a better future,” said Kinsey Fabrizio, President, CTA. “We are proud to support the City of Las Vegas as it invests in safer, more energy-efficient infrastructure. These projects reflect the kind of forward-thinking leadership that aligns with CTA’s commitment to sustainability.”
This year’s funding will support two priority projects championed by the Mayor of Las Vegas:
- Citywide Tree Planting Initiative: Part of the city’s goal to plant 60,000 trees to reduce urban heat, expand shade coverage, and improve long-term resilience. Trees cost approximately $15–$20 each, depending on size.
- Energy-Efficient Streetlight Upgrades: A citywide effort to replace high-energy streetlights with modern, low-energy LED fixtures to significantly reduce municipal power consumption and improve nighttime visibility.
“For more than two decades, CTA has invested in programs that help Las Vegas thrive,” said Gary Shapiro, Executive Chair and CEO, CTA. “This year’s Green Grants build on that legacy by supporting local initiatives that deliver tangible benefits for future generations. We are honored to partner once again with the city and applaud the mayor’s vision for a more sustainable Las Vegas.”
The projects complement Las Vegas’s broader sustainability strategy and prove how collaboration among local governments, community partners, and the tech industry can deliver practical, scalable solutions.
“Las Vegas continues to evolve as a city focused on smart growth and long-term sustainability, and today’s announcement reflects that progress,” said Mayor Berkley. “We’re grateful to CTA for supporting projects that improve infrastructure and contribute to a more energy-efficient city. CES brings innovation to Las Vegas each year, and these projects help turn that innovation into lasting impact.”
Since its inception, the Green Grants Program has contributed nearly $1 million to sustainability initiatives throughout Southern Nevada, supporting projects ranging from solar installations to food rescue expansion, urban forestry and more.
The funding will be administered through the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE, an established 501(c)(3) nonprofit that enables corporate and philanthropic partners to support city-aligned initiatives through a transparent, accountable, and tax-deductible structure. The Fund operates independently of the City of Las Vegas and is designed to facilitate public-private partnerships that deliver measurable community impact.
CES 2026 will highlight the essential role of technology in building more resilient communities. Exhibitors across the show floor will demonstrate innovations that help conserve resources and support long-term sustainability.
To learn more, visit the CES Green Grants Program Grant Recipients page.
About CES®:
CES is the most powerful tech event in the world – the proving ground for breakthrough technologies and global innovators. This is where the world's biggest brands do business and meet new partners, and the sharpest innovators hit the stage. Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, CES features every aspect of the tech sector. CES 2025 takes place Jan. 7-10, 2025, in Las Vegas. Learn more at CES.tech and follow CES on social.
About Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®:
As North America’s largest technology trade association, CTA is the tech sector. Our members are the world’s leading innovators – from startups to global brands – helping support more than 18 million American jobs. CTA owns and produces CES® – the most powerful tech event in the world. Find us at CTA.tech. Follow us @CTAtech.
About the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE
The Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE was established in 2017 as a vehicle for corporate and philanthropic partners to support innovative programs that improve quality of life for City of Las Vegas residents with a special focus on vulnerable populations. The Fund, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit, operates independent of the City of Las Vegas and creates opportunities for public-private partnerships as well as donations of cash, time and in-kind goods and services. Guided by a diverse group of community leaders, the Fund targets specific community needs in four primary areas: Livability, Innovation, Future and Education. The Nevada Community Foundation, a public charity under Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, serves as The Mayor’s Fund fiscal agent, receiving all private donations. Donations to the Nevada Community Foundation for The Mayor’s Fund are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. For information, visit MayorsFundLV.org.