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Program Highlights

A summary of the company's environmental accomplishments over the last 5 years:

  • 5 new LEED Certified buildings and 20+ more to come.
  • Energy reduction of 23% and carbon foot-printing certification with the California Climate Action Change Registry
  • Recycled water on Sierra Star for 2010
  • Founder of the Recycling program in the Eastern Sierra's 2004
  • Redesign of the Village Ski Back Trail 2009
  • Proactive public-private partnership to manage the Bark Beetle Infestation at June Mountain
  • National Forest Foundation collection and donation of over $170,000 in 2008-2009
  • Since 2004 Mammoth's Fleets have been using a 30% Bio-diesel fuel mix.
  • New 2009-2010 environmental awareness campaign "Think White, Act Green."
  • LEED Certification

    MMSA completed its first LEED certified building in 2008, a Platinum level guest cabin at Tamarack. Since then, we have completed 4 of 24 ski-in ski-out luxury condos at Altis pending certification of Gold and we have designed our new base lodge at Eagle to be LEED certified as well.

  • Reducing Carbon Dioxide Emissions

    MMSA has reduced its energy usage by 23% through building, lighting and air system modifications since setting a baseline of 118,285 million BTU’s in 2000. This would be equivalent to eliminating the annual energy use of 178 US households a year. MMSA is in the process of registering its carbon footprint with the California Action Climate Registry, which is expected to be certified by and independent third party consultant later this year.

  • Recycled Water

    In partnership with the Mammoth Community Water District (MCWD), Mammoth Mountain installed the first recycled “gray” water system in the Eastern Sierra. Sierra Star Golf Course, starting in 2010, will be able to supplement 100% or up to 320 acre/feet a year of its existing potable water use.

  • Solid Waste Diversion

    Mammoth Mountain is the largest producer of solid waste in the Eastern Sierra. Lisa Isaacs, Mammoth’s first Environmental Program Manager was instrumental in creating the recycling program that is now available to all residents. Mammoth recycles 130 thousand tons of aluminum, glass and plastic annually, which pays for the entire program. 

  • Project Design

    It took 32 years for Mammoth Mountain’s Village Ski Back Trail to be implemented. The design of the trail that was finally approved was a testament to the dedication of Mammoth’s locals and patrons to the importance of the environment. The trail design reduced 20,000 cubic yards of export and saved over 130 trees. 

  • Proactive Pest Management

    June Mountain is suffering from a horrendous bark beetle infestation. In partnership with the Inyo National Forest, June Mountain has taken a proactive management of the beetle kill to lessen the impact and prevent further devastation. Over 436 hazard trees have been removed this season, 10 stations of pheromone beetle traps have been set, and logs are being sold as fire wood once available.

  • National Forest Foundation projects

    In partnership with the National Forest Foundation, Mammoth Mountain has collected over 170,000$ that has been donated back into the local no-profit community to perform projects on the Inyo National Forest. Including the Friends of the Inyo, MLTPA trails project. The Mono Lake Committee project on weed eradication and the SCA trail works projects.

  • Bio-diesel

    In 2004, all of Mammoth’s fleet began using 30% biodiesel in order to reduce carbon emissions produced by vehicle exhaust. It also implemented an idling policy.

  • Environmental Awareness Campaign

    In 2009, Mammoth reorganized and combined many of its corporate divisions in order to reduce costs and maintain its competitive edge given the downturn in the economy. One of these areas was environmental programs and development. The Planning, Development & Real Estate Division took over the environmental programs in order to stream line and focus the programs long range strategic plan. One of the outcomes was the launch of the companies new Environmental Awareness Campaign “Think White, Act Green.” The goal of the campaign is geared toward educating the public and mammoth’s patrons that even though the economy may be hard, Mammoth is still committed to the highest level of environmental stewardship and as such if we want to keep enjoying those white freshies, we all better keep greening those actions. 

  • Awards & Accolades

    Although only established in 2000, the Environmental Programs department has already earned quite a few awards including the prestigious Silver Eagle Award in 2003, and again in 2005. This is only the beginning, we plan on earning a lot more in the near future!

    pdf_icon Silver Eagle Award (2005) (16KB)

    Established in 1993 by Mountain Sports Media, the parent company of SKI and SKIING Magazines, the Golden Eagle Awards recognize and encourage the environmental achievements of North American ski areas and resorts. MMSA was awarded a Silver Eagle award for conserving energy and using cleaner, renewable energy.

    pdf_icon Silver Eagle Award (2003) (175KB)

    The Golden Eagle Awards recognize and encourage the environmental achievements of North American ski areas and resorts. The Mammoth CARES Recycling Program won the 2003 Silver Eagle Award for "Excellence in Waste Reduction and Recycling."

    pdf_iconCal/EPA 2002 Pollution Prevention Award (178KB)

    The Cal/EPA Pollution Prevention Award promotes and recognizes local programs engaged in pollution prevention, hazard reduction, waste stream toxicity reduction, and recycling. Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, in partnership with the Town of Mammoth Lakes, was recognized for a comprehensive recycling program that includes the collection of used motor fluids, used motorcycle tires, empty beverage containers, and cardboard at the local motocross track. For more information about the California Department of Toxic Substances Control and the Pollution Prevention Award, visit http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/PollutionPrevention/index.html.

    pdf_icon California State Department of Conservation, 2001-2002 grant award (174KB)

    In addition to the 2000-2001 grant, the California State Department of Conservation, Division of Recycling, awarded MMSA $36,860 to extend the Mammoth CARES Recycling Program into employee housing facilities. The recycling program is a highly successful private / public partnership between the resort, the Town of Mammoth Lakes, and Mammoth Disposal. For more information about the California State Department of Conservation and the Beverage Container Recycling Grant, visit http://www.consrv.ca.gov/index/.

    pdf_icon 2001 Keep California Beautiful Outstanding Environmental Achievement Award (178KB)

    The Keep California Beautiful Environmental Achievement Awards were established in 2000 to recognize outstanding efforts by private and public organizations, community groups, school, and individuals for their work to improve and protect the State's natural environment. The Mammoth CARES Recycling Program, a collaborative effort between the resort, the Town of Mammoth Lakes, and Mammoth Disposal, was recognized for the organization and implementation of a new recycling program and their private / public partnership. For more information about the Keep California Beautiful program, visit http://www.keepcaliforniabeautiful.com/.

    California State Department of Conservation, 2000-2001 grant award

    A grant award for $131,250 from the California State Department of Conservation, Division of Recycling, funded the organization and implementation of the Mammoth CARES Recycling Program, a partnership between the resort, the Town of Mammoth Lakes, and Mammoth Disposal. The program includes resort properties and town sites, with containers located throughout Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Sierra Star Golf Course, and Town Parks and Recreation facilities. For more information about the California State Department of Conservation and the Beverage Container Recycling Grant, visit http://www.consrv.ca.gov/index/.

 

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