Kebnekaise's south peak continues to sink. According to this year's measurement of the glacier, the peak has shrunk by 1.5 meters compared to last year. We will see negative results for all glaciers we investigate this year as well, says glacier researcher Nina Kirchner.
SwedenSweden's glaciers are extra vulnerable to global warming, according to a fresh report from the UN agency WMO. Within 75 years, most of them will probably be gone. Unfortunately, there will be some that do not survive, says glacier researcher Nina Kirchner.
SwedenSweden's glaciers are shrinking at a record rate this year, according to measurements from Stockholm University. The white expanses are being replaced by dirt, rocks, and meltwater. It's extremely clear, says glacier researcher Nina Kirchner.
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