As part of getting ISO certified in 2008, Chamonix undertook a massive government sponsored campaign to survey which areas of the resort and its surroundings were dishing out the most pollution and harmful emissions, and then looked for ways to make it better.

One of the major changes made to the resort was in public transport (if you’ve ever had to get the bus in Chamonix you’ll know what we’re talking about!) as the town swapped out some of its buses for more energy efficient, low emission ones. They also made the buses and trains more regular to encourage people to use them. Chamonix is one of the few French resorts with a train-line which means you can get the train the entire way there from the UK. And, if you’re staying in the area, use of the trains and bus service is free.

As well as aiming to educate visitors and residents on issues concerning the environment, Chamonix also offers tax incentives to businesses and individuals who engage in green building projects and renovations, as well as giving planning permission advantages.

Check out what else Chamonix is doing to save the environment here.