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Eight major ski resort operators from Europe and New Zealand have formed the Global Sustainability Ski Alliance, aiming to reduce CO₂ emissions and promote sustainable practices in the ski industry.
Ski Resorts Join Forces for Climate Action
Eight major ski resort operators have come together to create the Global Sustainability Ski Alliance. This new group, announced at the Interalpin trade fair in Innsbruck, includes companies from France, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Finland, New Zealand, Germany, Sweden, and Norway. Together, these resorts manage over 800 ski lifts and serve about 25 million skiers annually. The alliance aims to speed up climate action, lower CO₂ emissions, and develop sustainable innovations in the ski industry.
The Global Sustainability Ski Alliance recognises the urgent need to address climate change, which directly affects their business. Members are focused on reducing their environmental impact and changing their operations, from infrastructure to supply chain management. They plan to work with suppliers to develop low-carbon innovations and prioritise decarbonisation efforts.
The alliance will standardise environmental data collection and create performance indicators to monitor their impact. They're also upgrading infrastructure to improve energy efficiency and use renewable energy sources. These steps are designed to cut emissions and ensure the long-term viability of ski resorts.Beyond environmental concerns, the alliance is committed to supporting local communities. They aim to have a positive impact on jobs, the local economy, and quality of life in ski resort areas. To make their efforts measurable, alliance members will share best practices for tracking and communicating their commitments to sustainability.
