Colorado’s population is projected to double by 2050. Coloradans have long loved our mountains, and the outdoor recreation opportunities stand out as one reason our beautiful state has become so popular with new residents.  As the mountains warm and the winter snowpack melts into the spring run off, one can’t help but notice the volatility of this season.  Ski areas represent a $4.8 billion annual impact in Colorado’s economy and account for 46,000 local jobs.  Their success and long term viability relies on  good snow pack and we have all experienced the inconsistent and changing weather recently.

How are Colorado resorts adapting to the changing conditions in Colorado and across the globe? How are they addressing mitigation in step with adaptation? What impacts are they experiencing from climate change and what do they foresee coming in the future? How do they power their lifts and restaurants, snowmobiles etc.?  What are their plans for a clean energy future for their resorts?

Next week, the Alliance Center for Sustainable Colorado will host a discussion about such isses.  Held on May 3, 2016 5:30 PM at the Alliance Center, 1536 Wynkoop Street, Denver, CO 80202, this discussion will feature Jorge Rivera from George Washington University describing the result of  a 25 years study examining how ski resorts in the west manage climate change uncertainty; and Judy Dorsey, the founding President and Principal engineer of Brendle Group, presenting on real life sustainability applications that the Brendle Group has implemented as consultants in leading Front Range resorts.

Light refreshments and beverages provided by Serendipity Catering.  RSVP at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2535245