Adaptation to climate change is a social–ecological process shaped by interactions within and between social and ecological systems. Our synthesis of 25 cases explores these interactions in adaptation
Gender Roles in the Construction of Aspen
The study of the different roles played by men and women during the construction of the modern-day Aspen, and some elements of why it was like that.
The Geography of Tourism Marketisation in High-elevation Protected Areas in The Alps: Parco Naturale Vedrette di Ries-Aurina/Naturpark Rieserferner-Ahrn, Alto Adige/Südtirol
The geography of tourism marketisation analyses the commodification of landscapes in The Alps, and re/configures the impact of tourism and its territorial networks in high-elevation protected areas.
The role of bark insulation for trees in a more fire-prone future
In this study we assessed bark insulation capability of 10 local tree species and constructed cambium mortality models to better understand fire resistance of Alpine forests.
Settlement Systems in Mountain Regions: A Research Gap?
This paper presents a scoping review of settlement systems in mountain regions, reflecting on thematic foci, temporal developments, and regional differences in the global scientific debate.
Teaching Endogenous Versus Exogenous Risk Through Avalanche Accidents and Risk Perception
Avalanche accidents show how behavior shapes risk, illustrating lessons related to endogenous versus exogenous risk that can also be applied to finance, public health, and climate adaptation.
Treeline Dynamics and Its Impact on Carbon Storage
Minimal treeline shift, decreasing carbon with elevation, and forest restoration as the most effective measure for carbon enhancement emerged as the key findings of the study.
Solving ordinary problems with extraordinary events? Mega-events and socio-spatial dynamics in the Alps: the case study of Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
The redevelopment projects required to host the Olympics mismatch the needs of the hosting communities and overlook potentially more effective efforts that address present needs for these areas
Comparing Adaptive Capacity to Climate Change in Mountainous Agricultural Communities: Insights From Austria, Switzerland, and California
This study examines adaptive capacity in agricultural communities, identifying key factors and challenges using the Community Capitals Framework, and highlights the significant roles
Glacier Retreat and Snowfall-to-Rainfall Shifts Reshape Groundwater and Streamflow Dynamics in the Langtang Himalaya
We integrate a cryosphere-surface hydrology model with numerical groundwater simulations of the Langtang basin to explore how the hydrological system will shift in the upcoming decades.