The Himalayas produce a substantial amount of glaciers which people rely on as a source of fresh water. However almost 67% have already retreated at a rate of 10 m per year and also run the risk of flooding. Warmer temperatures and high humidity may cause a decrease in snow accumulation resulting in water shortages the will overall affect the communities, forests, and agriculture.
Climate change will also affect biodiversity. Forests make up about 29% of the Himalayas and are essential for regulating greenhouse gases in order to reduce the impact of climate change. However, due to the rapid changes in climate forests have now begun to degenerate. In the future, climate change will pose a negative effect by altering habitats and ecosystems, as well as endangering the survival of plant and animal species.
