We've worked with Climate Neutral to measure and offset our emissions at 313 MT for 2021. We are now focusing on reducing emissions moving forward, lessening our impact on the climate and will advocate for better climate policy in Utah. When a brand gets certified, it achieves zero net carbon emissions for all of the carbon it creates for business travel, employee commuting and office utilities for a calendar year. Learn more at climateneutral.org.
Ski Utah and Utah's ski resorts are passionate about snow, not only because we work in the mountains, but we live, play and recreate in them as well. Utah’s ski resorts are committed to mitigating their environmental impacts and protecting their communities for future generations to enjoy.
Utah’s ski resorts are involved in multiple initiatives that address their responsibilities to the environment including policies to reduce emissions generated by operations, championing local food, carpool and public transportation incentives, recycle and food waste programs and educating guests on how they can help.
Resorts with electric vehicle charging stations:
Our partnerships further exemplify this mission. Some examples include Stio’s belief in responsible, improved sourcing and manufacturing practices, Rossignol creating a ski that is made from 73% recycled material, and many others. You can learn about all of our sponsors' commitments to sustainability below.
NSAA
The National Ski Area Association (NSAA) is committed to improving ski areas environmental performances across the country. With their Sustainable Slopes program, Climate Change program, The Green Room and the Golden Eagle Award, NSAA provides funding, education and support for resorts. For more information, visit nsaa.org/environment.
Protect Our Winters
Protect Our Winters (POW) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Founded by professional snowboarder Jeremy Jones in 2007, POW turns passionate outdoor people into effective climate advocates. POW leads a community of athletes, thought pioneers and forward-thinking business leaders to affect systemic political solutions to climate change. Ski Utah and many of its members are POW partners and support its mission of preserving winter for generations to come. For more information, visit protectourwinters.org.
Cottonwood Canyons Foundation
The Cottonwood Canyons Foundation (CCF) is a non-profit with a mission to continuously improve the environment of Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons thorugh stewardship and education programs. For more information, visit cottonwoodcanyons.org.
Additional Resources
Complete Guide to Riding the Utah Ski Bus
R.I.D.E to Ski & Shred The Bird
Sundance's Eco-Friendly Slopes
Partners In Promoting Utah Powder
