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Study Reveals Alarming Glacier Erosion Rates Worldwide

8/11/2025

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A groundbreaking study led by Sophie Norris at the University of Victoria reveals that 99% of glaciers erode at rates between 0.02 and 2.68 millimeters each year. Published in Nature Geoscience, this research uncovers the intricate factors affecting glacial erosion, vital for effective landscape management and safe nuclear waste storage, showcasing a remarkable international collaboration.

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A groundbreaking study led by Sophie Norris at the University of Victoria reveals that 99% of glaciers erode at rates between 0.02 and 2.68 millimeters each year. Published in Nature Geoscience, this research uncovers the intricate factors affecting glacial erosion, vital for effective landscape management and safe nuclear waste storage, showcasing a remarkable international collaboration.