The rocks will remain steep, the rivers will continue to surge with fierce white waters, and the risks will keep growing as climate change accelerates. But amid these changing landscapes, another transformation is underway: the people doing science are changing too.
The Hindu Kush Himalayan (HKH) region, with its towering peaks and dynamic landscapes, presents both opportunities and challenges for hydropower development.
As the HKH region continues to face environmental and developmental challenges, the collaborative efforts showcased at this conference represent a significant step forward. By fostering partnerships and sharing knowledge, the region's researchers and institutions are better equipped to address the complex issues ahead.
The newly formed ‘Yarlung Zangbo-Brahmaputra River Basin Network’ seeks to strengthen transboundary cooperation to overcome significant challenges in the region and achieve sustainable development in the region.