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Ski Industry Climate Summit

3rd edition 2026

Shaping Winter’s future together

January 13th - 15th 2026 | Bolzano, Italy

The Ski Industry Climate Summit is an international conference designed to foster and enhance collaboration among members of the winter sports industry and related businesses.

From January 13–15, 2026, the third edition took place in Bolzano, Italy, alongside the Prowinter trade fair. 

Hosted by Atomic in collaboration with Protect Our Winters Europe (POW) and The Winter Sports Sustainability Network (WSN), the Summit serves as a common platform for information, knowledge exchange, and collective progress. As climate change continues to challenge our sport, our commitment to transformative action has never been stronger. Brands, resorts, companies, and organizations across the industry are striving to minimize their environmental impact and undertake the essential changes that climate science demands. Atomic and Protect Our Winters believe that, together, we can lead a mass movement to build a sustainable future for winter sports.

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Since its launch in 2023, the Ski Industry Climate Summit has developed into a key meeting point for the global winter sports industry. What began as a dialogue between ski brands has now grown into a conference addressing the full spectrum of stakeholders. Brands, resorts, retailers, federations, companies and other stakeholders now have a meaningful platform to break down the silos within the entire winter sports industry. Working in a holistic approach that respects individual missions while realizing our industry’s common goals. 

The Summit is built around two complementary elements:

  • The Winter Sports Sustainability Network (WSN) working groups: Technical workshops focusing on supply chain decarbonization, life cycle assessments, material innovation, circularity, and advocacy.
  • Summit Conference: High-level sessions that surface new data, spotlight promising projects, and align the industry around shared goals. From legislation to science, finance to innovation, this conference will set the direction for the years ahead

Together, these formats foster collaboration across companies, disciplines, and regions—ensuring that progress is not only discussed but accelerated. 

The Prowinter Show in Bolzano provides the perfect venue: a professional industry fair at the heart of the Alps, bringing together suppliers, brands, and industry representatives.

Day Zero ( January 13th 2026)

The Winter Sports Sustainability Network (WSN) in-person meeting (only for members of the WSN)

Peak63 welcomed all members of the Winter Sports Sustainability Network (WSN) to this closed in-person meeting, where the winter sports industry continued to advance collaboration on key sustainability topics.

Beyond networking, shared discussions and a few common sessions, most of the time was dedicated to focused breakout sessions within our working groups:

  • Climate & Advocacy
  • Traceability & Compliance
  • Ecodesign & Recycling

This meeting was only open to members of WSN. If you would like to become a WSN member (brands & suppliers), please visit winter-sports.net or contact info@peak63.com for more information.

Day One (January 14th 2026)

Regulations and compliance

Topics included:

  • EU Legislation and Compliance in Winter Sports – Latest status and upcoming European legal requirements and how they will shape the ski industry's operations.
    (Jerome Pero, FESI – Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry)
  • US compliance legislation and regulations – What to expect when operating in US markets.
    (Ammi Borenstein, CEO Snaplinc)


Industry and markets

Topics included:

  • US market trends and developments – An overview of the state of the US winter industry and market.
    (Nick Sargent, SIA – President Snowsports Industry of America)
  • The role of the consumer in transitioning towards a lower-impact industry – Conclusions from fact-based insights.
    (Fredrik Ekström, Above the Clouds)


Sustainability and climate science

Topics included:

  • How climate change is affecting the winter sports economy – Research-based insights and projections.
    (Mag. Dr. Oliver Fritz, WIFO – Austrian Institute of Economic Research)
  • Energy solutions for decarbonizing winter sports equipment manufacturing
    (Yolanda Woods, Amer Sports)
  • How ski resorts prepare for transition – The Grand Massif 2035 Resilience Plan.
    (Frederic Marion, Compagnie des Alpes – Grand Massif)
  • The International Ski Federation's (F.I.S.) journey to their first impact program
    (Susanna Sief, Fédération Internationale de Ski)
  • Building a sustainable tourism industry for winter sports
    (Gillian Rosh, POW Europe)
  • How the French Ski Federation approaches CSR challenges
    (Romain Riboud, Fédération Française de Ski)


In addition, participants had the opportunity to learn from and listen to key actors such as resorts, retailers and sports governing bodies.

Day One Networking Dinner

January 14th 2026 at 18:00

All two-day ticket holders were invited to a dinner and network evening at Fiera Bolzano.

Day Two (January 15th 2026)

Technologies and materials

Topics included:

  • Recycled carbon fibers – Best practices.
    (Hippolyte Houette, Fairmat)
  • INTERSPORT ESG Scorecard – How it can support brands and industry groups to take efficient action.
    (Ben Blischke, Intersport International)
  • Digital Product Passport – Future and best practice in the winter sports industry.
    (Sebastian Russmann, Avery Dennison)
  • Reversible Ski Manufacturing – SkiCycle+ – New recycling technology.
    (Gian Reto Marugg, Pontacol & Simon Jacomet, Jacomet Ski)


Supply chain

Topics included:

  • Sustainability Data Exchange (SDEX) – Retail data solutions for the hardware sector.
    (Katy Stevens, EOG / Maria Ries, Sport Conrad)
  • Product environmental footprint category rule (PEFCR) – Update on standardization of LCAs for the winter sports industry.
    (Emilie Carasso, 2Bpolicy)


Recycling and circular economy

Topics included:

  • WINTRUST Update – Winter sports equipment recycling system in Austria.
    (Michaela Plank, Wintrust Project)
  • Establishing a scaled recycling system – From wind blades to the ski industry.
    (Simon Frølich, Danish Technology Institute)
  • Circular business models that generate revenue – Thinking ahead in circular economy.
    (Ben Blischke, Intersport International)
  • Introducing SASEM – Cross-industrial alliance on recycling of sporting goods in Europe (Sustainability Alliance of Sport Equipment Manufacturers).
    (Theo Sandu, Composites United)

By joining, participants

  • Gained insights into the latest industry-wide progress and climate science updates relevant to winter sports.
  • Connected with decision-makers from across the ski and outdoor sector—from hard goods and apparel to resorts and destinations.
  • Engaged in collaborative formats designed to accelerate effective solutions, ensuring your segment has a voice in shaping industry-wide approaches.
  • Demonstrated leadership by contributing to a common effort that goes beyond individual brands
Main partners
Jerome Pero

Jerome Pero

Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI)

“This summit is more than a conference. It’s where the ski industry defines its future. New entrants will find valuable updates on regulatory dynamics, direct access to innovators and decision-makers, and unmatched networking opportunities to accelerate growth and impact, because no one can take on the sustainability challenges on their own.”

Jerome Pero

Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry (FESI)
Michaela Plank

Michaela Plank

Project Management Wintrust (Wintersport resource efficiency and improved circular economy)

“The Ski Industry Climate Summit is where the winter sports world comes together to turn commitment into action.It's the place where projects, ideas and innovations where presented, exchanged, discussed and created! Be part of it and createthe future of skiing! ”

Michaela Plank

Project Management Wintrust (Wintersport resource efficiency and improved circular economy)
David Zidar

David Zidar

Montanuniversität Loeben

“If you care about the future of winter sports, this is the place to be. The Ski Industry Climate Summit brings together people from across the industry—from major manufacturers to passionate innovators—all working toward a common goal: making our sport more sustainable. It's a chance to connect,exchange ideas, and build real collaborations that can make a difference for our planet and for the winters we love.”

David Zidar

Montanuniversität Loeben
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