Discover the stuff of sustainable winter dreams
Winter and ski tourism in Europe is particularly hard hit by the effects of climate change. Here, average temperatures during the season have recently increased by around 0.3 % every ten years. Today, experts assume that by 2050 the snow depth at medium altitudes will decrease by around 40 %. Therefore, the existence of numerous winter sports is threatened.
High time to do something about it – and preferably sustainably. Because climate change is also accompanied by a change in awareness: More and more ski tourists are aware of the importance of sustainability. Especially when it comes to sustainable slope and snow management…
The most important applications
from Naue GlacierProtect
Take the chance now and discover the stuff that sustainable winter dreams are made of: Naue GlacierProtect, made of Secutex® Green – an environmentally friendly and 100% biodegradable nonwoven from the family-run Naue GmbH & Co. KG, which has developed into one of the world’s leading manufacturers of geotextiles for a wide range of applications since it was founded over 50 years ago. This has immediate effect
when applied for glacier protection, snow farming or the protection of lift facilities
– especially effective in sensitive areas such as at the entrance and exit as well as at the lift masts, in order to secure the foundations that are often founded in the ice.
convince yourself:

All your sustainable advantages
at a glance
![icon-biologisch_abbaubar@2x[1] Snowfarming environmentally friendly and 100% biodegradable](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-biologisch_abbaubar@2x1.png)
Particularly environmentally friendly and 100% biodegradable
No input of plastics into the environment due to purely natural raw materials
Certified biodegradability of abrasion or residues
Complete conversion to biomass,CO2 and water
![icon-uv_schutz@2x[1]](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-uv_schutz@2x1.png)
Very good UV resistance and high UV reflectance values
Naturally stable against UV radiation
Reflects 80% light and 75% energy
Reliably reduces defrosting
![icon-waermeschutz@2x[1] Robust thermal protection for glacier protection and snow farming](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-waermeschutz@2x1.png)
Robust thermal protection
Excellent for use in mountainous regions
Thick material with basis weight of 500 g/m2
Robust and heat resistant
![icon-atmungsaktive_oberflaeche@2x[1] Solution for protection of glaciers with rough and breathable surface](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-atmungsaktive_oberflaeche@2x1.png)
Rough, breathable surface
Rough structure prevents the formation of new snow avalanches
Less wind suction due to air permeability
Supports water draining effect
![icon-lange_funktionsdauer@2x[1]](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-lange_funktionsdauer@2x1.png)
Long functional life
As a rule, product-specific functions are maintained for several years
Particularly long-lived due to low biological activity in mountain regions
Depending on the pollution optimal for repeated use
![icon-vernaehung_vor_ort@2x[1] Quick and simple solution for the protection of glaciers](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-vernaehung_vor_ort@2x1.png)
Easy sewing directly on site
Uncomplicated handling during installation, operation and dismantling
Force-fit connection with handy sewing machines on site
Sewing thread used also 100% biodegradable
Glacier protection with geotextiles – A sustainable solution for the future

Innovative technology for glacier preservation and winter tourism security
Glacial melt is one of the greatest challenges of climate change, with profound impacts on nature and winter tourism. Naue has developed GlacierProtect, a pioneering solution that not only advances glacier protection but also helps preserve snow reserves in ski resorts. As part of the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation 2025, Naue is sending a strong message. Learn more about this environmentally friendly geotextile that benefits both glaciers and the long-term sustainability of winter tourism.

Officially certified according to
highest standards
![icon-Euronorm_13432@2x[1]](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-Euronorm_13432@2x1.png)
Guaranteed compliant with Euronorm 13432 (composting and biodegradation).
![icon-tuev_austria-home@2x[1]](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-tuev_austria-home@2x1.png)
Guaranteed biodegradable in the garden compost.
![icon-tuev_austria-industrial@2x[1]](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-tuev_austria-industrial@2x1.png)
Guaranteed biodegradable in industrial composting plants.
![icon-tuev_austria-water@2x[1]](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-tuev_austria-water@2x1.png)
Guaranteed biodegradable in a natural freshwater environment.
![icon-tuev_austria-marine@2x[1]](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-tuev_austria-marine@2x1.png)
Guaranteed biodegradable in a natural seawater environment.
![icon-tuev_austria-soil@2x[1]](https://www.glacierprotect.com/storage/2023/04/icon-tuev_austria-soil@2x1.png)
Guaranteed biodegradable in natural soils.
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