ForeverProject
OUR COMMITMENT TO NET ZERO EMISSIONS AND BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE TOMORROW
Net Zero Emissions by 2030 — Our Plan
Recognizing human-driven climate change as an urgent issue for the world, as well as the snow sports industry, in early 2021, we formalized our commitment to climate action and announced the ForeverProject.
In 2023, we published our 2030 ForeverProject Master Plan, forecasting our business-as-usual greenhouse gas emissions and outlining an achievable path to net zero. Through our guiding principles of Mindful Efficiency, Tireless Conservation, and Innovative Collaboration, we hope to attain a sustainable tomorrow.
Prioritize Clean Energy
More than half of Boyne Resorts’ emissions are associated with electricity usage. We work closely with our utility partners and advocate at the local, state, regional, and national levels for a cleaner energy grid to support our increasing electrification needs. Our 100% clean electricity commitment is a key step to reaching our 2030 goal.
On-Site Efficiency & Electrification
Reducing emissions on-site through high-impact capital projects is a priority. Market-ready solutions exist to decarbonize new and existing buildings, improve the efficiency of lifts and snowmaking, and increase on-site renewable energy production.
Invest in New Technologies
Finding opportunities to pilot technology and support advancements in vehicle and equipment efficiency, electrification, and alternative fuels while fostering exciting collaborations.
Balance Our Emissions
After behavioral changes, efficiency upgrades, and technological advancements, to bridge the gap to carbon neutrality, we will utilize energy subscriptions, renewable energy certificates (RECs), and carbon offsets. We will seek intentional projects with co-benefits that positively impact communities and align with our ethos.
Recent Projects
Big Sky Resort and Rivian Launch Electric Adventure Partnership
Collaboration debuts a guest shuttle fleet, vehicle demo drives, and après mountain experiences.
Reclaimed Water Snowmaking
At Big Sky Resort, we are proud to launch an innovative and environmentally beneficial program for snowmaking using reclaimed water in partnership with Spanish Peaks Mountain Club. This initiative represents Big Sky's commitment to sustainability and responsible water resource management.
Our Initiatives
Energy
From running lifts to making hot chocolate, energy is a vital resource for Big Sky Resort. Learn how we’re prioritizing energy efficiency.
Ecosystems
Belonging to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and Upper Gallatin River watershed, we aim to preserve our natural resources.
Waste
We're working to reduce waste throughout the lifecycle of what we use, from our supply chain to disposal.
Community
Our community is the heartbeat of Big Sky. Learn about our collaborations and investments in the Big Sky community.
Advocacy
We advocate for mitigation of climate change effects and promote climate solutions at the local, regional, and national levels.
Climate Challenge
Big Sky Resort takes part in the National Ski Areas Association Climate Challenge: a voluntary program dedicated to helping participating ski areas inventory, target, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Challenge participants have the opportunity to minimize their impact on their natural environment, to save money through energy-saving projects, and to participate in advocacy efforts that can have positive and wide-ranging impacts on their communities.
Sustainable Slopes
Endorsers of NSAA’s Sustainable Slopes program work to promote sustainability throughout the resort by focusing on different opportunities. The badges are designed to guide ski resorts to promote sustainable actions in each topic in their operational planning. The more sustainable actions in each topic that a resort completes, the more points they earn, awarding them a badge for their commitments in each subject.
Our Achievements
NSAA Golden Eagle Awards
2024: Climate Change Impact
In 2024, Boyne Resorts was awarded the NSAA Golden Eagle Award for Climate Change Impact for the ForeverProjects’ innovative transition of vehicles and equipment to renewable diesel and the collaborative approach that made this initiative a success at Big Sky Resort, Cypress Mountain, and The Summit at Snoqualmie.
2023: Community & Partnerships
In 2023, Big Sky Resort was awarded the NSAA Golden Eagle Award in Community & Partnerships for our work across our communities—both local and national. By working with community partners, we are better able to consider the interconnections and interdependencies throughout the system to develop more sustainable, long-term solutions.
2021: Environmental Excellence
In 2021, Boyne Resorts was awarded the NSAA Golden Eagle Award for Environmental Excellence for the launch of the ForeverProject and the purchase of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) for 100% of electricity consumed across resorts.
Partners & Collaborators
Get Involved
- Offset your travel to Big Sky with our partner Tradewater.
- Carpool or take the Skyline Bus to the resort.
- Practice the principles of Leave No Trace; stay on established trails and off vegetation.
- Bring your water bottle and refill it at water bottle stations across the resort.
- Use the proper receptacles when disposing of food and recyclables.
