Resources
Resources
The Adaptation at Altitude programme is improving the availability and use of mountain observation data, facilitating science-policy dialogues, supporting a community of practice and knowledge exchange on adaptation solutions, and influencing policy processes.
Find the latest outputs from Adaptation at Altitude and the wider mountains community below.
From the Programme
Impressions from Mount Kenya, where fading glaciers are reshaping lives
Learn how the shrinking glaciers of Mount Kenya are reshaping the lives, livelihoods, and cultural identities of local communities in this UNEP blog.
Twenty Years on the Mountain: What Kilimanjaro Is Teaching Us About Climate Change
Climate data from Mount Kilimanjaro has been quietly recording the story of a warming world. Read this blog to find out more.
Why glaciers matter – and the new push to protect them
Read this UNEP article on why glaciers matter and why we should protect them!
Dataset on the spatialisation of Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) in mountain regions
Summary GEO Mountains is pleased to announce the release of a new global dataset on Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) in mountain regions. This unique resource provides a comprehensive spatialised classification…
Policy brief: Towards systemic disaster risk reduction in mountains
This policy brief explores the complex interactions between natural and socioeconomic factors in mountain areas.
In the Field with Lina Rodriguez: Documenting Successful Adaptation in Mountain Regions
How are Andean communities adapting to climate change? Join Lina Rodriguez, an expert in the field to uncover local solutions.
Other articles of interest
How technology is helping communities across the globe adapt to climate change
Explore how technology is supporting climate change adaptation efforts in Nepal, Malawi, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Georgia.
Climate change adaptation in global mountain regions requires a multi-sectoral approach
Explore a comprehensive and systematic study of literature documenting human adaptation responses in global mountain regions in response to climate change
Glaciers and mountains: the food, water security and livelihoods nexus
This technical brief examines the links between glaciers, agriculture and livelihoods, drawing on evidence from the Andes, Himalaya, Central Asia and beyond.
Perceived climate change impacts and adaptation responses in ten African mountain regions
This academic study explores the perceived climate change impacts and adaptation responses among communities in ten African mountain regions across Central and East Africa.
Resilient Mountain Solutions: Ten local solutions for global impact
Learn about the ten practical nature-based solutions for climate resilience that have been tried and tested in the Hindu Kush Himalaya region and the role of gender in successful resilience…
From monitoring to resilience: Cryosphere information services in Central Asia
Explore how cryosphere data can be transformed into actionable information for decision-making.