The Alpine Research Centre Obergurgl has a long tradition in socio-ecological research and a wealth of data to facilitate further research activities on future challenges of alpine communities.
From donor- to regional science driven policy – experiences from a bottom-up approach in High Mountain Asia
How do we move from a donor-driven approach to policy to supporting regional science and local knowledge in shaping a sustainable future in High Mountain Asia?
The use of mobile applications in mountain spas in Europe
The use of mobile apps in European mountain spas was identified based on Google Play data for 121 spas from 17 countries and 10 outdoor activity planning and navigation tools.
Mapping glacier aerodynamic roughness for everyone
We introduce a new open access tool (Rugoblock 1.0) to map glacier aerodynamic roughness from digital elevation models
Are empirical glacier melt models robust under climate change conditions?
Empirical glacier melt modelled rely on calibration and thus may not transfer well to future climate. Here we test how different calibrated melt models transfer to future conditions.
Planning Strategies for Sustainable Livelihoods in Hill Towns: A case of Shimla
The study assesses Shimla’s livelihood conditions using LAI and LVI, and proposes planning strategies for sustainable livelihoods balancing economy and environment.
Advancing water security in Andean Glacier-Fed Basins through an upward interdisciplinary approach from communities, monitoring and modeling implementation to local informed decisions
This study examines water security in the Peruvian Andes, focusing on hydrological monitoring in Qasqara and Yuracmayo. It highlights the impact of climate change, glacier retreat, and wetland loss on
Ancient Socio-Hydrological Landscapes of the Upper Amazon: Adaptation, Resilience, and the Case for World Heritage Recognition
Upper Amazon region in Ecuador hosts a 2000 km² archaeological complex,reflecting three millennia of socio-hydrological adaptation. Its legacy highlights the need for UNESCO World Heritage recognition
Glacial Lake Dynamics and Outburst Flood Risk in Lachung Basin, Sikkim Himalaya Using MCDM-AHP
The ongoing climatic shift is driving glacial lake expansion and permafrost decline in the Lachung Basin, Sikkim Himalaya, increasing the risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs).