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How has climate change affected life on the Bywaldalp?
How has climate change affected life on the Bywaldalp?
Examine the photo to identify factors that influence the climate of Isenthal. Then use the link to discover the answer the question. Finally use the dig deeper resource to gather information to understand the processes behind climate change.
Isenthal, Switzerland 8º 33' E/46º 55'N
Isenthal, Switzerland 8º 33' E/46º 55'N
Elevation: 2,530 ft Population: 503
Climate Type: Highland (Alpine)
Climate Type: Highland (Alpine)
Travel next to Seneghe, Sardinia
Travel next to Seneghe, Sardinia
Climate Outlook
Climate Outlook
Predicted climate change:
- Warmer winter and summer temperatures
- Reduced snowfall
- Drier summers
- Increasing extreme weather events
Climate Change Threat:
- increased glacial melt
- Glacial retreat
Climate Change Impact:
- increased stone and boulder avalanches
- increased mudslides
Analyze the climate change impacts of glacial retreat and propose a mitigation and an adaptation strategy
Photo credit: Kimahaus
Map credit: Wikipedia
Average Annual Precipitation: 61.5 in
Data is are from the nearest weather station to Isenthal.
Dig Deeper
Dig Deeper
Dig deeper by reading the DW article "Climate Change Taking a Bite Out of Alpine Glaciers."
Dig deeper by reading the DW article "Climate Change Taking a Bite Out of Alpine Glaciers."
Observe evidence at NASA Vital Signs: Glaciers.
Observe evidence at NASA Vital Signs: Glaciers.
Why Are Glaciers Changing Over Time?
Why Are Glaciers Changing Over Time?
- Why are Alpine glaciers receding?
- How does loss of glacier ice affect climate?
Use the link to explore the complex relationship between atmospheric conditions and glaciers.
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