Ice stupas: the artificial mini glaciers bringing water to some of the driest, coldest places on Earth

Matteo Spagnolo* (Corresponding Author)

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Abstract

Glaciers are not just spectacular indicators of climate change as they shrink and disappear due to global warming. They are also, for many communities, an irreplaceable source of fresh water.

During the melting season in summer, a portion of mountain glacier surface releases water that is essential to the ecosystem in the valleys below, supplying vast cities – and industries – in places like South America and India.
Original languageEnglish
Specialist publicationThe Conversation
PublisherThe Conversation UK
Publication statusPublished - 29 Oct 2021

Keywords

  • Climate change
  • Glaciers
  • Irrigation
  • Global warming
  • rural communities
  • Crop cultivation
  • Meltwater

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  • SDG 13 - Climate Action

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  • Ice stupa

    Spagnolo, M.

    24/09/21 → 29/10/22

    1 item of Media coverage, 5 Media contributions

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