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We've been studying a glacier in Peru for 14 years – and it may reach the point of no return in the next 30

  • Written by Mathias Vuille, Professor of Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences, University at Albany, State University of New York
The Quelccaya Glacier in Peru, which has major social and economic value, is disappearing along with other tropical glaciers. Edubucher, CC BY-NC-SA

High mountain environments in South America, which in many locations encompass peaks that reach 21,000 feet (6,500 meters) or more in altitude, are home to some of the most spectacular glaciers on our...

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