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Glacier: Witness to Change in Central Asia
High in the Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan, the Fedchenko (Vanch-Yakh) Glacier stretches nearly 77 kilometers—making it the longest glacier outside the polar regions. It lies at the heart of Tajik National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for its outstanding ecological and scientific value. More than just ice, this remote natural wonder is a living record of our planet’s climate history and a vital source of water for millions.
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Glaciers on borrowed time
Every year, Bolivia’s Huayna Potosí Glacier continues to thin and retreat upslope. With support from FAO and the International Atomic Energy Agency, scientists are installing sensors to monitor snow accumulation and its melting. These insights help farmers and policymakers mitigate the impact of glacier retreat on water availability.
Picking berries, protecting mountains
Rigzin hails from Tingret village in Miyar valley, and is fondly known as ‘Charma Auntie’ among the villagers. Along with other women in her community, she has been engaged in the traditional practice of collecting and processing Seabuckthorn for many decades.