The article explores the concept of sustainable skiing in Austria's SkiWelt region. It emphasizes skepticism around the environmental impact of skiing, addressing the perceived wastefulness of the sport. However, managing director Mario Gruber presents a counterpoint, showcasing impressive technology used for monitoring snow and power. The resort operates under a model that prioritizes renewable resources, reducing reliance on harmful practices by using local water and minimizing artificial snow generation. This organization stands as an example, proving that skiing can mitigate its ecological footprint and support sustainability.
Skiing feels like the greatest possible waste of earthly resources for the benefit of a privileged few.
Here I can get weather forecasts for different altitudes, also the power we have available from our lakes and new hydro plant.
If a snow cannon is needed, then it's used minimally and all the water and power is local and renewable.
Mario Gruber doesn't think so... he is watching two large flat screens.
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