Switzerland and Italy have agreed to modify their shared border beneath the Matterhorn to reflect shifts caused by melting glaciers, highlighting human impacts on climate.
The joint commission from both countries acknowledged that significant sections of the border are defined by the ridge lines of glaciers, which are rapidly changing due to climate breakdown.
Swiss glaciers lost 4% of their volume in 2023, highlighting the accelerating rate of decline in glacial mass, with experts even ceasing measurements on some due to the lack of ice.
The agreement to modify the border is economically driven, as it impacts popular areas like the Zermatt ski resort, reflecting the intertwining of environmental changes and economic interests.
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