This image was taken by a NASA satellite and covers glaciers in Bhutan's Himalayan Mountains. It captures the ends (termini) of several glaciers in the range. The image displays glacial flow pattern and direction. You'll also notice lakes, which are relatively new, filled by melt water from the glaciers. The imagery is important because it captures a process that can be used to measure and study climate change. It shows the importance of understanding remotely sensed data and applying it to preparation for future planning. In this application, studying the evolution of these glaciers is key to planning for water availability in Bhutan's communities that have historically been dependent on these glaciers.
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