The snow industry has been in the news lately.The industry has a history of being very protective of its intellectual property.Its patents and trademarks have a lot of cachet.But the reality is that the industry has become increasingly reliant on the government for funding.And when that funding runs out, the industry could go bust.Snow manufacturers…
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When the bears are here, they’re everywhere
When you think of the winter Olympics, you probably think of Sochi in 2014 and London in 2012.But in some parts of Siberia, it’s snowing on top of the mountains, and the snow is melting.The bear-fishing industry in the region is booming, and bears are taking advantage of the season.This video from Bear Mountain Snow…
How to buy a ski trip in Alaska’s snowiest place
In a remote corner of northern Alaska, snowmelt can turn a valley into a mountain.But that’s not what happens when the snow melts.Snowmelt in the snow is a form of natural gas extraction.It’s also a major source of energy for Alaska’s economy, making it a prime target for climate change.But the state’s biggest ski resorts…
