Recycling
SkiStar believes in caring for nature in the same way as nature cares for us. By recycling together, we are reducing climate emissions, saving both materials and energy and creating a more sustainable mountain environment.
Find the nearest recycling station
Recycling should be quick and easy! Here is a map of the recycling stations at the respective destination.
Recycling bag for you in Sälen, Åre and Vemdalen
We’ve provided our guests with a recycling bag to make it easier for them to recycle and sort during their stay with us. The recycling bin has a QR code, which you can easily scan with your mobile phone to check the location of the nearest recycling station.
Recycling bags can be found in various check-in offices or in your lodging.
Did you know that…
- By recycling aluminium and steel, 95% and 80% of the energy needed to produce new aluminium and steel is saved, respectively.
- Glass, aluminium and steel can be recycled endlessly without any loss of quality.
- Plastic packaging can be recycled up to seven times before the plastic wears out and is used for energy recovery.
- One tonne of recycled paper equals 12 trees.
- Batteries may contain the toxic heavy metals cadmium, mercury and lead.
- Organic waste can produce both biogas and fertiliser.
- Recycling glass saves 20% energy compared to producing glass from raw materials.
- Paper fibres can be recycled 5–7 times before they wear out.
Q&A about recycling
Here you’ll find answers to common questions about how recycling works and why your effort matters.
Keep the mountain clean
SkiStar is cleaning up the mountains together with Håll Sverige Rent and Hold Norge Rent – a new initiative in our ambitious sustainability strategy.
Valle’s recycling tips
Valle provides quick and easy tips on how to recycle and take care of our nature all year round.
