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Engineer Creates Ice Stupas to Combat Water Crisis

1/28/2025

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In Ladakh, communities grapple with severe water shortages as glaciers retreat due to climate change. Engineer Sonam Wangchuk has pioneered ice stupas, ingeniously capturing winter meltwater to revitalize arid land for farming. His efforts not only foster agricultural growth but also inspire a movement for climate action and cultural preservation, igniting hope amid environmental adversity.

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In Ladakh, communities grapple with severe water shortages as glaciers retreat due to climate change. Engineer Sonam Wangchuk has pioneered ice stupas, ingeniously capturing winter meltwater to revitalize arid land for farming. His efforts not only foster agricultural growth but also inspire a movement for climate action and cultural preservation, igniting hope amid environmental adversity.