Swiss glaciers – melting in record time Alpine glaciers were severely affected in the scorching summer of 2026. Their dramatic retreat is one of the most visually striking symptoms of climate change. If temperatures continue to rise unchecked, glaciers could disappear entirely by the end of the century. “Swiss Review” accompanied two scientists on an expedition to assess the ice loss. ETH Zurich scientists Janosch Beer and Ariana David assessing ice loss on the Scex Rouge glacier, where the cantons of Vaud and Valais meet. Photo: Marco Zanoni Swiss Review / October 2026 / No. 4 4 Focus
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