In an exciting initiative in Xining, capital of Qinghai Province, a new scientific expedition has set off to Mount Anyemaqen, a critical water conservation area at the headwaters of the Yellow River on the Chinese mainland. This adventure aims to track vital changes in glaciers, permafrost, and water resources, shedding light on the region's response to global warming.
The area, home to over 40 majestic glaciers, is undergoing dramatic shifts. Professor Hou Guangliang from Qinghai Normal University noted, "With global warming, the glaciers of Mount Anyemaqen are experiencing profound changes," citing declining glacier elevations, rapidly retreating ice tongues, and more frequent ice avalanches. These observations are expected to drive long-term ecological protection and restoration efforts across the basin.
Led by the Sanjiangyuan Ecological Protection Foundation, the Three-River-Source National Park administration, and Qinghai Normal University, the mission is a bold step toward understanding climate change impacts and safeguarding water security. With the Yellow River stretching 5,464 km as it flows through multiple regions before emptying into the Bohai Sea, the research promises to benefit both the environment and local communities. 🌍❄️
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China launches scientific expedition to headwaters of Yellow River
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