Snowpack predicted to retreat in California’s mountains due to climate change

This winter’s major storms laid down one of the largest snowpacks recorded in California’s Sierra Nevada, along with an unusual amount of snow at low mountain elevations. But such prolific snowfall at lower elevations is set to become increasingly rare…

Even as he prepares to leave office, Jay Inslee is pushing for climate action – The Washington Post

When Washington Gov. Jay Inslee (D) announced this week he would not seek a fourth term in 2024, he listed multiple accomplishments he was proud of over the past decade. But atop that list, he said, was that his state…

Oregon climate change El Nino snowpack Cascades Coast weather – Statesman Journal

In a few decades, the Willamette Valley might feel like California, droughts and floods could be more commonplace and 100-degree days may be par for the course.   The next year could provide a preview of what’s to come. That’s according…

Italy’s ski industry fires cannon against climate change – Reuters

Summary Italy is skiing nation most reliant on artificial snow It is a world leader in production of snow cannon Environmentalists contest water, energy consumption Alternative forms of mountain tourism are growing MONTE CIMONE, Italy, April 3 (Reuters) – Monte…

Could This Be New York City’s Least Snowy Winter in Recorded History?

Just two inches so far, and a tie for the second-mildest winter. New York City’s springlike winter is on track to set a record: the least snowy season on the books. It’s likely, though by no means guaranteed, that the city…

Winter is the fastest-warming season for continental U.S. – Axios

Average winter temperatures across the United States have increased by 3.2°F since 1970, according to an analysis from Climate Central, a nonpartisan research and communications group. Why it matters: Warm winters can exacerbate drought (because there’s less snowmelt in the…

Miracle Rescue as Missing Skier Buried by Avalanche with Only One Arm Showing Flags Down Helicopter (WATCH)

This is the incredible moment a missing backcountry skier buried under snow was able to wave down a rescue chopper with only his one arm sticking out. The video, shot by paramedic Mathieu Lambert, shows the man desperately waving with his only free limb as the helicopter hovered above, while shining a light on the […]

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Ski Resorts Are Spending Big on Snow-Making to Keep Ahead of Climate Change – The Wall Street Journal

NEWRY, Maine— An hour before dawn, Ian McCluskey adjusts his goggles and plunges the sleeve of his jacket into a spray of ice crystals arcing out of a nearby fan-shaped snow-making machine.  Mr. McCluskey is testing the quality of machine-made…

‘Big irony’ as winter sports sponsored by climate polluters, report finds

Winter sports are being sponsored by high-carbon companies despite their pollution helping to melt the snow the sports require to exist, according to a new report. The report found that more than 100 events, organisations and athletes were sponsored by…

Where’s the Snow? Snowboarding Brands Are Trying to Find Out for Themselves.

On Feb. 1, 2021, during the biggest blizzard to hit New York City in five years, snowboarders turned city spots into their playground. Hollis DuPre, 23, grinded rails at 30 Rockefeller Plaza. Jayell White, a 30-year-old Bronx native, popped off…