ASAA and the environment
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Over the period that lifted skiing has been offered as a recreational option in Australia there has been an increasing awareness of the importance of the preservation of the quintessential qualities of the alpine environment. The resort lift operators are very much aware of the importance of their stewardship of these sensitive areas. In recent times the need to address issues raised by changes in global weather pattens and how they might affect the climate of the Alps has led to a host of initiatives in the management of the resorts.
Water and waste management, fuel and energy reductions and reduced greenhouse emissions are all areas where changes are enhancing what the resorts are doing to help preserve the environment. Changes in land management techniques have improved outcomes for biodiversity of fauna and flora. The different features of the resorts give rise to different priorities in each area.
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The details of specific programs and approaches at set out on the linked pages below.
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Perisher
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CSIRO Study
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View the results of a CSIRO study conducted in 2003 on the effects of climate change on snow conditions with in Australian. CSIRO Report "The impact of climate change on snow conditions in mainland Australia"
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ASAA Environmental Vision & Mission Statements
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The Australian Ski Areas Association has adopted the following environmental vision and mission statements, which are intended to guide the development and formulation of a range of polices
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Environmental Vision Statement
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Australian Ski Areas Association members aim to be the leaders amongst outdoor recreation providers by managing our businesses in a manner that demonstrates our commitment to environmental protection and stewardship while meeting public expectations.
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Environmental Mission Statement
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Australian Ski Areas Association members are committed to improving environmental performance in all aspects of our operations and in managing our areas to allow for their continued enjoyment by future generations.
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The ASAA wishes to acknowledge and thank the National Ski Areas Association (USA) for authorisation to use and adopt the NSAA’s environmental statements.
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To collectively address the long-term challenges presented by climate change, Australian ski and alpine resorts have adopted the following climate change policy.
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The Australian Ski Areas Association has signed the Keep Winter Cool Charter to make sure any climate change is cool.
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