Spatial and temporal assessment of China's skiing climate resources

IF 3 3区地球科学 Q2 BIOPHYSICS

International Journal of Biometeorology Pub Date : 2024-09-17 DOI:10.1007/s00484-024-02773-8

Dandan Yu, Zhanglin Lin, Yan Fang, Weijia Zhang, Juan Guo

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Abstract

This study introduces an improved Ski Climate Index (SCI) designed to assess skiing suitability in China by applying fuzzy logic. Using daily meteorological data from 733 weather stations for the periods 1961–1990 and 1991–2020, the study identifies significant changes in SCI distribution over time. Additionally, a coupled analysis is performed, integrating the SCI results with the distribution and spatial vitality of 389 ski resorts in China. This analysis provides a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between actual ski resources and the ongoing evolution of the skiing industry in China and three significant results:1) The snow module has a major impact on SCI distribution, while other non-snow natural elements, such as sunshine duration, wind speed, and thermal comfort, influence the overall SCI assessment less; 2) High SCI values are concentrated in Northwestern and Northeastern China, with increased ski climate resources being observed in Shaanxi-Gansu-Ningxia, Southwest Tibet, and Sichuan due to climate change and noticeable declines in the Southern regions of Northeast China.; 3) In terms of the distribution and vitality of ski resorts, the SCI also partially reflects the development of ski resorts. This skiing suitability model uses climate resources to offer valuable insights for key decision-making in resort development and operation, thereby supporting advancement of the ice-snow economy.

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中国滑雪气候资源时空评估

本研究介绍了一种改进的滑雪气候指数（SCI），旨在应用模糊逻辑评估中国的滑雪适宜性。研究利用 733 个气象站 1961-1990 年和 1991-2020 年的每日气象数据，确定了 SCI 分布随时间的显著变化。此外，还进行了耦合分析，将 SCI 结果与中国 389 个滑雪场的分布和空间活力相结合。该分析全面了解了中国实际滑雪资源与滑雪产业持续发展之间的相互作用，并得出了三项重要结果：1）雪模对 SCI 分布影响较大，而其他非雪自然要素，如日照时间、风速、热舒适度等，对整体 SCI 评估影响较小；2）高 SCI 值集中在中国西北和东北地区，陕甘宁、西藏西南和四川地区因气候变化导致滑雪气候资源增加，而东北南部地区滑雪气候资源明显减少。3）从滑雪场的分布和活力来看，SCI 也部分反映了滑雪场的发展情况。该滑雪场适宜性模型利用气候资源为滑雪场开发和运营的关键决策提供有价值的见解，从而支持冰雪经济的发展。

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International Journal of Biometeorology 地学-环境科学

CiteScore

6.40

自引率

9.40%

发文量

183

审稿时长

1 months

期刊介绍： The Journal publishes original research papers, review articles and short communications on studies examining the interactions between living organisms and factors of the natural and artificial atmospheric environment. Living organisms extend from single cell organisms, to plants and animals, including humans. The atmospheric environment includes climate and weather, electromagnetic radiation, and chemical and biological pollutants. The journal embraces basic and applied research and practical aspects such as living conditions, agriculture, forestry, and health. The journal is published for the International Society of Biometeorology, and most membership categories include a subscription to the Journal.