Nepal Cry from the Mountains: Melting Glaciers, Dying Forests and Nation on the Edge
Nepal is one of the least contributors to global carbon emissions, is emerging as one of the most affected nations in the world due to the accelerating impacts of climate change. The Himalayan nation is witnessing a sharp increase in climate-induced disasters as glaciers melt rapidly, rainfall becomes erratic, and extreme weather events intensify.
Between mid-2018 and mid-2024, Nepal recorded 32,375 disaster incidents, 91.2% of which were climate-related, according to the Nepal Disaster Report 2024. These events resulted in 3,672 deaths, 446 missing persons, and over 11,700 injuries. Infrastructural damage was extensive, with more than 57,000 homes affected and over 43,000 public infrastructure units destroyed.
The primary factors contributing to Nepal’s vulnerability include its rel...
