Protecting Gemstock: Battling Global Warming's Impact on Ski Industry

The Gershen Glacier, vital for the Swiss town of Andaman's ski industry, is threatened by global warming, causing it to melt more each summer. To combat this, a special fleece is used to protect the snow from heat and rain. This insulation, made of polypropylene and polyester, covers key areas of the glacier. Since the mid-1980s, glaciers have been shrinking due to climate change.

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