Climate change is threatening the future of ski resorts, as the increasing frequency of low snow seasons is expected to reduce the profitability of ski resorts. The growth of snowmaking is often seen as a way to adapt to this threat. While the literature highlights its environmental impacts, its...

Snowmaking is the main adaptation of winter tourism to climate change. It involves the use of large amounts of water, which can lead to conflicts with other human uses and ecosystem needs. The number of reservoirs used to support snowmaking is increasing, as they allow production capacity to be...