RESPECT FOR
THE MOUNTAINS
FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
The mountains, in all their wild beauty, are not just recreation and leisure spots. They are also home to a wide array of plant and animal species and serve as an essential economic resource for local farmers: Merano 2000 is committed to preserving this delicate balance for future generations.
For years, a range of initiatives and projects have been implemented to foster respect for the mountains. These efforts touch upon various aspects, from biodiversity conservation to erosion protection, and even company-specific measures in human resources management.
In early 2024, Merano 2000 launched a strategic sustainability initiative, formalising development efforts to ensure the area remains resilient and sustainable for years to come.
SUSTAINABILITY
REPORT
With its first Sustainability Report, Meran 2000 Cable Cars Ltd. laid the foundation for a strategic and long-term approach to sustainability. Building on the strategic process launched in autumn 2023, this second Sustainability Report continues to focus on the key areas of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG).
The eight material topics identified through the materiality assessment remain the cornerstone of our sustainability management. For each of these topics, specific goals and measures have been defined, with their implementation being continuously monitored and further developed
This report highlights the progress achieved over the past year, documents the measures implemented and provides transparency on our ongoing journey. We view sustainability as a continuous process aimed at strengthening the resilience of our company while making a long-term contribution to protecting the natural environment, our infrastructure, our employees, our partners and all other stakeholders.
Resources
Water
The use of water and its responsible management are key aspects of resource conservation. In principle, the system operates as a delayed water cycle, in which a portion of the water is drawn from the Sinichbach stream. This process is strictly regulated by the applicable water concession. The water is then stored in the Wallpach and Kesselberg reservoirs, where it is used for technical snowmaking.
To counteract water scarcity, the reservoirs are already filled during the snowmelt period. The Wallpach reservoir is also a so-called multi-purpose reservoir. This means that it serves simultaneously as a firefighting water reservoir for civil protection and as an irrigation reservoir for agriculture.
Technical tools such as ATASSPro by TechnoAlpin enable water use to be planned and managed with a high degree of precision.
Tree festival
at Merano 2000
On 19 May, the Tree Festival took place at Merano 2000. Around 30 families, together with the Municipality of Merano and the Merano Forestry Station, planted trees for the newborns of 2025. The initiative combined a nature experience with a symbolic contribution to the future, sending a visible message about the mindful treatment of the alpine landscape.
PRESERVING
BIODIVERSITY
The diverse natural environment is home to countless species and represents one of the most valuable assets of Merano 2000 – one which must be protected and preserved. For over 20 years, annual meetings with landscape protection authorities have been held to develop measures to safeguard the area. These efforts include revegetation and erosion control projects.
Specially protected areas and species are carefully monitored, such as the Spieler area, which is a designated habitat for the black grouse, and the rhododendron species, which can be found near and around the S. Osvaldo church.
Energy consumption plays a pivotal role in the carbon footprint and deserves special attention. As and from 2023, Merano 2000 has been using exclusively 100% green energy produced by Alperia to power its ski lifts.
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The goal is to further enhance energy management in the coming years by incorporating photovoltaic installations and energy recovery systems, such as those used for storage in PODs.
