Environment
The Flood in Nepal Could Be an Early Warning Indicator of Things to Come
With a Super El Niño about to hit the planet, the tragedy in Nepal may be just the beginning.
Vanishing Heights: Part I - The Alps in Retreat. A Two-Part Series
Alpine resorts are struggling to cope with melting glaciers, shifting tourist expectations, and the challenge of reinventing mountain life.
The Alps at the Crossroads: Water, Traffic and the Future of Europe’s Mountain Heart
An interview with Uwe Roth, President of CIPRA International, the Commission for the Protection of the Alps (Liechtenstein)
The Flood in Nepal Could Be an Early Warning Indicator of Things to Come
With a Super El Niño about to hit the planet, the tragedy in Nepal may be just the beginning.
The Alps at the Crossroads: Water, Traffic and the Future of Europe’s Mountain Heart
An interview with Uwe Roth, President of CIPRA International, the Commission for the Protection of the Alps (Liechtenstein)
Part II - Adapting to a Melting World: Reinventing Life and Tourism in the Alps
The Alps are warming twice as fast as the rest of the planet. As the ice disappears, mountain communities are learning to adapt.
Blatten, 28 May 2025 — rebuilding after disaster and lessons for catastrophe planning
The glacial avalanche that wiped out the Upper Valais village of Blatten has raised questions about the steps to make mountains safer for human settlement.
Tackling Wildfires: Local Solutions for Global Sustainability
Explore innovative solutions for wildfires, emphasizing sustainability and climate change mitigation. Learn about proactive fire prevention strategies.
