Real talk from ski industry leaders on the winter that wasn’t: “We can take the profile of this issue to a whole new level
By Anna Robertson “It was dire.” That was how one outdoor industry leader categorized this winter at a frank conversation among leaders in the ski industry at the Progression conference, […]
How Mountain Towns and Utilities Can Shape a Sustainable Energy Future
Mountain towns face unique challenges when it comes to energy and climate resilience. Physical geography places many ski areas and mountain towns at the headwaters of critical watersheds, where forest […]
Mountain towns are leading the way in climate advocacy
“Success in advocacy isn’t measured only by outcomes; it’s about showing up, building trust, and consistently pushing for what matters,” said Bonnie Hickey Director of Sustainability at Bridger Bowl, Montana, […]
Take Action Now: Protect Our Tax Incentives
Last week, 31 mountain community leaders sent a letter to Congress urging lawmakers to protect the IRA tax incentives in the current budget negotiations. It is a powerful message from […]
31 Mountain Community Leaders Send Letter to Congress: “Protect Our Tax Incentives”
This week, we sent a letter to the House Ways & Means Committee, the Senate Finance Committee and key Congressional staff, signed by 31 mountain community leaders, urging them to […]
How leaders in Teton County are supporting local businesses – and creating resilient communities
At the Mountain Towns 2030 Summit in Jackson, WY, a dynamic panel convened to discuss how local organizations are advancing sustainable business practices and fostering a culture of environmental stewardship. […]
“Even small communities can lead the way:” How to drive local climate action through collaboration
When it comes to climate impact, sometimes it takes a village – or ten. EcoAction Partners began with a simple but ambitious idea: create a centralized resource to help rural […]
How to turn HOAs into climate action superheroes: “HOAs have immense power”
Over 75 million Americans live in communities managed by Homeowners Associations, or HOAs – so what if those communities could be activated to take positive climate action? That’s exactly what […]
Making environmentalism nonpartisan again: “It’s about common ground”
When it comes to making climate issues less polarizing, finding common ground based around shared values and approachable language can help move the conversation forward. In a conversation at the […]