There is a growing push toward sustainability in the ski resort industry, with more resorts embracing environmentally conscious practices to reduce their carbon footprint and protect natural landscapes.

In this episode, we explore Vail Resorts' sustainability journey and the efforts they are making to become a leader in green initiatives among ski resorts. Joining us are Vail's Director of Sustainability, Fritz Bratschie, and the Executive Director of the Colorado Cleantech Industries Association (CCIA), Laura Hickernell, who share insights into Vail's sustainability strategy and the collaborative efforts with other stakeholders.

We discuss how Vail Resorts is addressing unique environmental challenges, from reducing energy consumption and implementing clean energy solutions to adopting sustainable practices both on and off the slopes. This conversation sheds light on Vail's ambitious goal to reach a zero net operating footprint by 2030 and how they are navigating the path to achieving it.

Discover the innovative approaches driving change in the ski industry and learn what it takes to make a significant environmental impact in one of the world's most beautiful and adventure-filled settings.

There is a justified sense of urgency when it comes to cleaning up the global energy mix and addressing climate change. Sweden is ahead of the curve in this respect, making substantial progress on the energy transition and implementing environmentally friendly processes and programs. 

In this discussion, we examine the case of Stockholm, Sweden, with a focus on apolitical solutions that can be implemented today without the need for further advancements in technology. For this insightful discussion, we are joined by the Chief Climate Officer for the city of Stockholm, Bjorn Hugosson, and the Business Development Executive at CU Boulder Venture Partners and CCIA board member, Nicole Forsberg. 

We are diving into Clear Comfort Water, a Louisville, Colorado company with innovative technology to treat water. Their solution also reduces the use of high carbon footprint chemicals. 

Founder and CEO of Clear Comfort Water, Steve Berens, and founder of Aravaipa Ventures, Robert Fenwick-Smith, join us to tell their story from spas to water parks, and expanding to serve agriculture and horticulture industries as well.