Groundwater Crisis: Asia's High Mountains Losing 24 Billion Tonnes Annually

Asia's high mountains are losing 24 billion tonnes of groundwater each year, driven by climate change and excessive human consumption. This alarming depletion threatens local ecosystems and water supplies. As irrigation demands in lower basins escalate, the situation worsens, with temporary glacier melt offering only a brief respite. If current trends continue, the region faces a dire water crisis.