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, at the Mountain Towns 2030 Summit in Jackson, WY, where a distinguished panel of ski industry leaders convened to explore the critical role ski resorts […]
How Jackson, Wyoming built a ‘culture of sustainability’ – saving money and reducing pollution
The goal was simple, but the challenge was significant: cut energy use by 10%, reducing pollution and costs for the town and its residents. But when leaders in Jackson, Wyoming set out to tackle this ambitious goal, it wasn’t just about hitting a number – it was about changing the culture and creating a foundation […]
Climate action starts at home: How individuals and and communities can drive change: “The clean energy transition is happening now”
Speaking to dozens of leaders from mountain towns across America, co-founder and CEO of the non-profit Rewiring America Ari Matusiak and Volts podcast host david roberts emphasized that the journey to net-zero emissions starts at home – and they urged leaders not to underestimate the power of demand from their communities. In a discussion at […]
Leader argues for new way forward on climate that brings together Indigenous and Western perspectives: “We need all ways of knowing”
At the Mountain Towns 2030 Conference in Jackson, WY, James Rattling Leaf, Principal at Wolakota Labs LLC and a member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe, delivered a deeply impactful session about Indigenous and western collaboration to shape a better future. Drawing on his rich heritage and expertise, Rattling Leaf emphasized the critical role of Indigenous […]
