Urban Mountain Waterscapes in Leh, Indian Trans-Himalaya
Urban Mountain Waterscapes in Leh, Indian Trans-Himalaya

Author: Judith Müller

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2022-11-16

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13: 3031182499

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The city of Leh is located in the high mountain desert of Ladakh in the Indian Himalayas and access to water has always been limited there. In recent years, the town has experienced high rates of urbanisation on the one hand, and tourist numbers have increased exponentially on the other, which has implications for the water supply of the people living there. Through several years of on-site research, challenges on various levels were documented and current governance approaches were analysed. This research forms the basis for future approaches to sustainable development.

Environmental Change and Development in Ladakh, Indian Trans-Himalaya
Environmental Change and Development in Ladakh, Indian Trans-Himalaya

Author: Blaise Humbert-Droz

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2024-01-01

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 3031424948

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The Trans-Himalayan region of Ladakh has witnessed important changes linked to its geo-strategic importance, the rapid development of means of communication with other parts of India, socio-economic transformation processes and the effects of climate change. The sixteen chapters document these key changes, ranging from melting glaciers and extreme weather events to the exponential increase in infrastructure, tourist and military activities. The book examines the impact these changes are having on the environment and on the socio-economics and identity of Ladakhi communities. The book also attempts to evaluate the likely direction of future changes, identify some of the main environmental challenges faced by Ladakh in the 21st century, and provide perspectives for sustainable development of the high mountain region.

Climate, Land-Use Change and Hydrology of the Beas River Basin, Western Himalayas
Climate, Land-Use Change and Hydrology of the Beas River Basin, Western Himalayas

Author: Seema Rani

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2023-04-18

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 3031295250

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There is a need of strengthening the global and local response to cope with the threat of climate change and adverse effects of rising anthropogenic activities in the mountain ecosystem. This book provides an up-to-date and comprehensive scientific and technical knowledge based on climate and land cover change impact assessment, adaptation and mitigation strategies in the Indian Himalayan watershed. The text updates the understanding scientific analysis to promote evidence-based policy formulation at regional and local levels. It can be used as reference materials with regards to climate and land cover change for those new learners interested in the mountainous region. This comprehensive book covers a wide range of potential research areas including climate change scenarios, science and its applications, adaptation to climate change-theory and assessment, water resources, agriculture, forest, biodiversity, and ecosystems, indigenous knowledge etc.

Water in Himalayan Towns: Lessons for Adaptive Water Governance
Water in Himalayan Towns: Lessons for Adaptive Water Governance

Author: Anjal Prakash

Publisher: IWA Publishing

Published: 2020-07-15

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 178906189X

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Increasing urbanization and changing climate are two critical stressors that are adversely affecting the biophysical environment of urban areas in the Hindu Kush Himalaya. The book discusses various choices and options – from demand management to supply enhancement, understanding ecological footprints of towns to managing water at a bioregional scale. In doing so, it is vital to address issues of equity and empower local institutions in managing water. The focus for the future must be on building urban resilience by strengthening the adaptive capacities of affected communities while also understanding the limits to adaptation. In Focus – a book series that showcases the latest accomplishments in water research. Each book focuses on a specialist area with papers from top experts in the field. It aims to be a vehicle for in-depth understanding and inspire further conversations in the sector.