This is how fast Swiss glaciers, the 'water tower of Europe,' are melting away

Switzerland's glaciers have experienced a significant loss of 5.5 percent of their ice volume this year, marking the second-largest decline in recorded history. This alarming trend underscores the broader impacts of climate change, especially concerning a country heavily dependent on hydropower and serving as the "water tower of Europe" by nourishing major rivers. The melting glaciers could disrupt water supply and hydropower generation, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable practices to mitigate these effects.