Adaptation is a dynamic process within the hut ecosystem, shaped by stakeholder interactions. This study examines adaptation forms, barriers, and best practices, drawing on HutObsTour research to supp
Rural livelihood challenges amidst climate change: A case study of rural farming communities in Sindhupalchowk, Nepal
Decline in rainfall has various socioeconomic and environmental impacts, including outmigration. The piecemeal interventions have not yielded desirable outcomes, thus, require an integrated approach.
Physiological Responses of Alpine and Montane Plants to Climate Manipulation: A Meta-Analysis of Ecophysiological Resilience
Using a global meta-analysis of species-specific physiological responses environmental manipulations in mountain areas, we assess the resilience of mountain species to climate change.
Mountain Huts as Climate Sentinels: Perceptions of Water Scarcity Through Interviews with Hut Managers and Decision-Makers
Located in fragile environments with limited resources, mountain huts are sentinels to changing climate and water scarcity. We conducted interviews with hut managers to explore resilience strategies.
Determinants for Rural Farmers’ Non-Migration Intention in High-Risk Areas: Evidence from a Rural Community in Southwestern China
Using questionnaire survey data of 155 farmers in Sichuan Province of Southwestern China, this article explores the determinants for farmers’ intention for non-migration.
Small Ski Areas and Local Skiers: Adaptation of Skiing Activity to Climate Change in Appenzell Innerrhoden, Switzerland
Small ski areas play a crucial role in sustaining skiing culture. This study examines how Appenzell’s ski areas adapt to climate change through community support.
How to rebuild after the Al Haouz earthquake using local materials in a context of accelerated global warming (Morocco). Analysis of two pilot projects.
Construction using local materials ensures safety and adaptation to global warming. It requires the development of a local workforce combining resources, skills and local constructive autonomy.
MountResilience – A concrete framework for mountain adaptation to climate change
MountResilience enhances mountain communities’ climate resilience by engaging multi-level stakeholders, integrating local knowledge in revisited European frameworks, and co-creating solutions.
High-mountain risks and climate litigation: experiences, challenges and perspectives
On the example of the court case around glacial lake Palcacocha, Peru, this contribution analyzes challenges and perspectives of high mountain hazard science to support climate litigation cases
Transformative Learning for Sustainable Mountain Tourism: Gaming Approach with the Mountain Tourism Fresco
The Mountain Tourism Fresco engages stakeholders in participatory, scenario-based learning to foster sustainable tourism transitions, balancing adaptation and mitigation solutions.