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Authors: | Filho, Walter Leal* Dinis, Maria Alzira Pimenta* Nagy, Gustavo J* Fracassi, Umberto* Aina, Yusuf A* |
Title: | A ticket to where? Dwindling snow cover impacts the winter tourism sector as a consequence of climate change | Journal: | Journal of Environmental Management | Publisher: | Elsevier | Issue Date: | 2024 | DOI: | 10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.120554 | Keywords: | Climate change Adaptation Tourism losses Winter sport Multi-date satellite imagery |
Subject Classification: | 05.09. Miscellaneous | Abstract: | Climate change affects human activities, including tourism across various sectors and time frames. The winter tourism industry, dependent on low temperatures, faces significant impacts. This paper reviews the implications of climate change on winter tourism, emphasising challenges for activities like skiing and snowboarding, which rely on consistent snowfall and low temperatures. As the climate changes, these once taken-for-granted conditions are no longer as commonplace. Through a comprehensive review supported by up-to-date satellite imagery, this paper presents evidence suggesting that the reliability of winter snow is decreasing, with findings revealing a progressive reduction in snow levels associated with temperature and precipitation changes in some regions. The analysis underscores the need for concerted efforts by stakeholders who must recognize the reality of diminishing snow availability and work towards understanding the specific changes in snow patterns. This should involve multi-risk and multi-instrument assessments, including ongoing satellite data monitoring to track snow cover changes. The practical implications for sports activities and the tourism industry reliant on snow involve addressing challenges by diversifying offerings. This includes developing alternative winter tourism activities less dependent on snow, such as winter hiking, nature walks, or cultural experiences. |
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