Scientists evaluate spatiotemporal characteristics of glacier service value in Qilian Mountains
Monday, August 3, 2020 - 06:30
in Earth & Climate
Glaciers are an important component of the cryosphere. They are considered to be a sensitive indicator of climate change. Glaciers and their meltwater play an important role in the regulation of river runoff in the arid areas of northwest China, and constitute the material and cultural basis for the sustainable development of population, resources, ecology, environment, and the socio-economy in the Hexi Corridor.