Saul Luciano Lliuya has sought compensation for the retreat of glaciers close to where he lives that risks wiping out his ...
Glacial lakes in the Himalayas are expanding at an alarming rate, increasing the risk of catastrophic floods for nearby ...
Many people living in the Himalayas, Andes, Alps, Rocky Mountains, Iceland, and Alaska have experienced glacial lake outburst floods of one type or another.
An earth scientist explains the impact that ice loss can have on the stability of the surrounding mountain slopes and glacial lakes.
Saul Luciano Lliuya grows corn, potatoes and quinoa. In winter, he takes tourists up to the icy heights of the Peruvian Andes.   Now the farmer from the mountain village of Huaraz is in the global ...
March 21 marks the first-ever World Day for Glaciers, a global observance aimed at raising awareness about the accelerating ...
The Inca Trail draws large crowds, which can compromise your hike's quality. If you crave quieter treks with even better ...
As global temperatures rise, glaciers are melting, creating dangerous glacial lakes. These lakes pose risks to downstream ...