Tag Archives: retreating glaciers

Study of Patagonian Glacier’s Rise and Fall Adds to Understanding of Global Climate Change

By Guest PostMarch 24, 2012Environmentglacial sediment records, glaciomarine sediments, neoglacial fluctuation, northern patagonian icefield, patagonian glacier, retreating glaciers

Glaciers play a vital role in Earth’s climate system, and it’s critical to understand what contributes to their fluctuation. (more…)

Glaciers Retreating in Asia

By Guest PostAugust 30, 20101 commentEnvironmentglaciers in asia, glaciers in china, glaciers in himalaya, himalayan divide, retreating glaciers

Could Impact Water Supplies for Millions and Cause Flood Conditions

Many of Asia’s glaciers are retreating as a result of climate change. (more…)