Hindu Kush Himalayas Glacier Melting Rate Doubles Since 2000, Report Finds

A new report by ICIMOD reveals that the rate of glacier melting across the Hindu Kush Himalayas has doubled since 2000, highlighting the accelerating impact of climate change on the region.

21 Mar, 03:34 — 21 Mar, 04:20

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The Hindu Kush Himalayas are often called the 'Third Pole' due to their vast ice reserves. The accelerated melting of these glaciers threatens the water supply for billions of people across Asia, potentially leading to water scarcity, increased flooding, and displacement.

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual4h ago

Glaciers melting rate across Hindu Kush Himalayas doubled since 2000: ICIMOD report

Another ICIMOD report released recently and titled ‘Changing Dynamics of Glaciers in the Hindu Kush Himalayan Region from 1990 to 2020’ has mapped 63,761 glaciers

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