snowmaking
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of snowmaking
Example Sentences
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Not since snowmaking was invented in the 1950s has there been an innovation that could affect how ski resorts get the powder they need to thrive.
From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026
More than 90 percent of Italy's ski slopes use artificial snowmaking systems, with Roccaraso's the largest in the country, according to environmental group Legambiente.
From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026
At Snow Valley in Running Springs, which was closest to the fire’s front line, workers were using snowmaking guns to saturate the grounds in an attempt to keep embers from taking hold, Kanton said.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2024
“Vermont ski areas have some of the most powerful and efficient snowmaking systems in the world, which allows them to stockpile and distribute snow quickly,” Rivard said in an email.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 21, 2023
Some bacteria are so effective at promoting ice that they are put to work in products ski areas use for snowmaking.
From Science Daily • Nov. 13, 2023
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