WMO partnership to highlight damaging impact of climate change on winter sports

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) announced on Thursday they are partnering to raise awareness about climate change’s harmful effects on winter sports and tourism.

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WMO partnership to highlight damaging impact of climate change on winter sports

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