These 5 Ski Resorts are the Most Resilient to Climate Change in North America It is no secret that the snow sports industry relies on the weather. Climate change is being pushed to the top of governments’ agendas as the threat worsens. Certainly, some resorts are uniquely positioned to combat climate change better than others, but which ones do it the best? The Savills Ski Resilience Index ranks global resorts according to their conditions’ […] Industry News Brent Thomas | December 1, 2022 7 Comments
[VIDEO] Colorado Reporter Speaks With 3 Ski Area Bosses About Climate Change, Housing, Labor, and More… The Colorado Sun presents Ski Area Bosses. Outdoors reporter Jason Blevins speaks with Colorado ski bosses on lessons learned during recent seasons, challenges with climate, housing, labor, and more. Speakers included: Rusty Gregory, former Alterra Chief; Mike Kaplan, CEO of Aspen Skiing Company; and Stephen Kircher, owner of Boyne Resorts. Related: The Fresh Snow Fortune Teller: Interview With OpenSnow Founder […] Industry News SnowBrains | October 12, 2022 0 Comments
A Climate Change Win: Arapahoe Basin, CO, Chief Speaks Out in Praise of Inflation Reduction Act Arapahoe Basin COO Alan Henceroth spoke out yesterday to praise the signing of the Inflation Reduction Act by President Biden on Tuesday. Related: Arapahoe Basin, CO, Chief Explains Why Ski Areas Can’t Just Reopen Terrain When it Dumps Late Season Half of the $740 billion package will be invested to combat climate change by offering tax credits and funding for renewable energy, electric vehicles, […] Industry News SnowBrains | August 18, 2022 2 Comments
USA Poised to Reclaim Leadership Role in Climate Change Debate as House of Representatives Votes on Inflation Reduction Act This Friday On August 7 the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) passed the Upper Chamber of the US Congress. The House of Representatives will vote on this act on Friday the 12th. The IRA is a compromise on the previously proposed Build Back Better Act (BBBA). In a nutshell, the IRA aims to raise $739 billion of which roughly half ($369 billion) will […] Industry News Julia Schneemann | August 10, 2022 2 Comments
The 5 Best and Worst States for Climate Change Climate change is a hot topic for many. Not just skiers, but lawmakers and anyone concerned about our planet. But how does climate change affect us based on where we live? That is precisely what Wise Voter set out to answer. Wise Voter publishes information, insights, and tools to help people be informed in the modern age. They ranked each […] Brains Brent Thomas | June 23, 2022 2 Comments
How Climate Change is Impacting Ski Resorts Imagine the feeling of waking up after a snowstorm. Outside it’s cold, quiet, crisp. There are mounds of snow covering trees, no color but the bright white to be found; it feels like an absolute winter wonderland. You grab your skis or board, you get in the car, and you head to your favorite ski mountain. You quickly get in […] Industry News Sarah Stern | June 6, 2022 4 Comments
Ski Utah to Combat Climate Change by Becoming Climate Neutral Certified If there’s one thing that’s instrumental to the ski industry it’s snow. After this past season, it’s no secret that many mountainous regions have experienced warmer weather and less snow. In an effort to combat rising temps, companies like Ski Utah have decided to take action and work to become climate neutral. Ski Utah is a branch of the non-profit, […] Industry News Aunika Skogen | April 29, 2022 0 Comments
Glacial Recession and Climate Change Lead to Removal of 100-Year-Old Abbot Pass Cabin Near Lake Louise, AB Slope instability requires dismantling of historic stone alpine shelter overlooking Lake O’Hara Parks Canada is the steward of 174 national historic sites, preserving these nationally significant examples of cultural heritage for the benefit of all Canadians and sharing the history of Canada and the stories of these places with visitors from across the country and around the world. Related: European […] SnowBrains | February 28, 2022 0 Comments