Glaciers around the world are vanishing at an alarming rate due to climate change, with profound consequences for ecosystems and human life.

In Austria, iconic glaciers like the Pasterze are shrinking rapidly, with experts predicting their disappearance within 50 years, even under the most ambitious climate goals.

Meanwhile, in Greenland, new studies reveal that ice loss has been underestimated by 20%, potentially disrupting ocean currents like the Gulf Stream, which regulates Europe’s climate.

The melting ice also poses risks closer to home, such as increased dangers for alpine tourism, including crevasse accidents and rockfalls.

Scientists warn that these changes are irreversible, marking a critical tipping point for the planet.

As the UN’s "Year of the Glaciers" approaches in 2025, experts urge immediate action to mitigate further damage and adapt to a rapidly changing world.