2026 Winter Olympics: Artificial snow takes a toll on the environment
- Posted on February 4, 2026
- By Le Monde
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2026 Winter Olympics: Artificial snow takes a toll on the environment

The Milan Cortina Olympic Games are no exception: Artificial snowmaking will be used almost everywhere. This technology, which requires large amounts of water and energy, has led to major infrastructure changes that have been criticized by environmental advocates and scientists.