La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack
La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-will-probably-be-the-first-capital-city-in-the-90477467.html
The peak of Illimani (6348 metres) from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
The peak of Illimani (6348 metres) from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-illimani-6348-metres-from-el-alto-above-la-paz-bolivia-90477528.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90477559.html
A lynched up effigy of a Rateros, or theif in La Paz. These gruesome dummy's are warnings to thieves in crime prone areas of what the community will do to the offenders if caught.
A lynched up effigy of a Rateros, or theif in La Paz. These gruesome dummy's are warnings to thieves in crime prone areas of what the community will do to the offenders if caught. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-lynched-up-effigy-of-a-rateros-or-theif-in-la-paz-these-gruesome-90477507.html
The Basilica of San Francisco in the city of La Paz, Bolivia. this baroque style catholic church was built in the sixteenth cenury.
The Basilica of San Francisco in the city of La Paz, Bolivia. this baroque style catholic church was built in the sixteenth cenury. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-basilica-of-san-francisco-in-the-city-of-la-paz-bolivia-this-baroque-90477540.html
The peak of Illimani (6348 metres) from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
The peak of Illimani (6348 metres) from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-illimani-6348-metres-from-el-alto-above-la-paz-bolivia-90477491.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90478377.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90478402.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90478398.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90478381.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90478399.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90478403.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90478383.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90478371.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90478396.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90478370.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90478388.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90478375.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90478391.html
Massive fury toys at a market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia.
Massive fury toys at a market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-massive-fury-toys-at-a-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-90478411.html
A mural on a wall in La Paz, Bolivia.
A mural on a wall in La Paz, Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-mural-on-a-wall-in-la-paz-bolivia-90478406.html
Thongs and mens underwear for sale at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
Thongs and mens underwear for sale at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-thongs-and-mens-underwear-for-sale-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-90478420.html
An indigenous woman selling traditional colourful bolivian fabric at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, with the peak of Illimani in the background.
An indigenous woman selling traditional colourful bolivian fabric at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, with the peak of Illimani in the background. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-selling-traditional-colourful-bolivian-fabric-90478429.html
A sign about drinking water in La Paz, Bolivia.
A sign about drinking water in La Paz, Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-sign-about-drinking-water-in-la-paz-bolivia-90478410.html
A sign about drinking water in La Paz, Bolivia.
A sign about drinking water in La Paz, Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-sign-about-drinking-water-in-la-paz-bolivia-90478409.html
An indigenous woman and child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, showing the traditional and modern
An indigenous woman and child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, showing the traditional and modern https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-and-child-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-90478415.html
An indigenous woman selling ice cream at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
An indigenous woman selling ice cream at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-selling-ice-cream-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-90478425.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90478407.html
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, showing the traditional and modern ways of carrying a load.
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, showing the traditional and modern ways of carrying a load. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-indigenous-women-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-90478430.html
An indigenous woman and child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
An indigenous woman and child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-and-child-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-90478426.html
An indigenous woman and child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
An indigenous woman and child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-and-child-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-90478414.html
A street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
A street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-america-90478423.html
An indigenous woman selling ice cream at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
An indigenous woman selling ice cream at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-selling-ice-cream-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-90478421.html
An indigenous woman and child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
An indigenous woman and child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-and-child-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-90478412.html
An indigenous woman selling ice cream at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
An indigenous woman selling ice cream at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-selling-ice-cream-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-90478424.html
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-huayna-potosi-from-el-alto-above-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-90478466.html
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-huayna-potosi-from-el-alto-above-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-90478454.html
An indigenous child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
An indigenous child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-child-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-90478463.html
An indigenous woman in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
An indigenous woman in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-america-90478434.html
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-indigenous-women-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-90478438.html
Panpipes for sale at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
Panpipes for sale at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-panpipes-for-sale-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-90478446.html
An indigenous woman and child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
An indigenous woman and child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-and-child-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-90478465.html
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-huayna-potosi-from-el-alto-above-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-90478447.html
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, in traditional dress.
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, in traditional dress. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-indigenous-women-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-90478457.html
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-huayna-potosi-from-el-alto-above-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-90478452.html
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-huayna-potosi-from-el-alto-above-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-90478456.html
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-huayna-potosi-from-el-alto-above-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-90478449.html
An indigenous child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
An indigenous child at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-child-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-90478462.html
An indigenous woman selling freshly squeezed orange juice at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America.
An indigenous woman selling freshly squeezed orange juice at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-selling-freshly-squeezed-orange-juice-at-a-street-90478435.html
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
The peak of Huayna Potosi from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-huayna-potosi-from-el-alto-above-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-90478448.html
A street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America with a woman selling witch craft potiions.
A street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America with a woman selling witch craft potiions. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-america-with-a-woman-90478440.html
A hairdressers shop in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia.
A hairdressers shop in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-hairdressers-shop-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-90478459.html
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, in traditional dress.
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, in traditional dress. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-indigenous-women-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-90478460.html
A street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America with a woman selling witch craft potiions.
A street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America with a woman selling witch craft potiions. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-america-with-a-woman-90478442.html
An indigenous woman and family at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, with the daughter breast feeding her child.
An indigenous woman and family at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, with the daughter breast feeding her child. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-indigenous-woman-and-family-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-90478432.html
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, in traditional dress.
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, in traditional dress. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-indigenous-women-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-90480368.html
The peak of Illimani from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be
The peak of Illimani from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-illimani-from-el-alto-above-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-and-90480371.html
The switchback road that climbs to over 17,000 feet to the peak of Chacaltaya, one of the highest roads in the world, La Paz, Bo
The switchback road that climbs to over 17,000 feet to the peak of Chacaltaya, one of the highest roads in the world, La Paz, Bo https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-switchback-road-that-climbs-to-over-17000-feet-to-the-peak-of-90480455.html
A modern cable car system running from La Paz up to El Alto in Bolivia.
A modern cable car system running from La Paz up to El Alto in Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-modern-cable-car-system-running-from-la-paz-up-to-el-alto-in-bolivia-90480376.html
The switchback road that climbs to over 17,000 feet to the peak of Chacaltaya, one of the highest roads in the world, La Paz, Bolivia.
The switchback road that climbs to over 17,000 feet to the peak of Chacaltaya, one of the highest roads in the world, La Paz, Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-switchback-road-that-climbs-to-over-17000-feet-to-the-peak-of-90480453.html
A modern cable car system running from La Paz up to El Alto in Bolivia.
A modern cable car system running from La Paz up to El Alto in Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-modern-cable-car-system-running-from-la-paz-up-to-el-alto-in-bolivia-90480378.html
The peak of Illimani from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be
The peak of Illimani from El Alto above, La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz and El Alto are critically short of water and will probably be https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-illimani-from-el-alto-above-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-and-90480374.html
A snow capped peak above La Paz city, Bolivia. All the Andean peaks surrounding La Paz are losing their glaciers at an alarming
A snow capped peak above La Paz city, Bolivia. All the Andean peaks surrounding La Paz are losing their glaciers at an alarming https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-snow-capped-peak-above-la-paz-city-bolivia-all-the-andean-peaks-90480375.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90480380.html
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, in traditional dress.
Indigenous women at a street market in El Alto, La Paz, Bolivia, South America, in traditional dress. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-indigenous-women-at-a-street-market-in-el-alto-la-paz-bolivia-south-90480370.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90480384.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90480391.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90480382.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90480386.html
A small scale hydro power plant in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz depends for its water supply, the surrounding glaciated andead mountains. As climate change is causing the glaciers to retreat, the city is becoming increasingly short on water. In fact La Paz will enevitably be the world's first capital city to run completely out of water. As well as critical water shortages, it also means that power production is affected, as at times there is not sufficient water to turn the hydro turbines.
A small scale hydro power plant in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz depends for its water supply, the surrounding glaciated andead mountains. As climate change is causing the glaciers to retreat, the city is becoming increasingly short on water. In fact La Paz will enevitably be the world's first capital city to run completely out of water. As well as critical water shortages, it also means that power production is affected, as at times there is not sufficient water to turn the hydro turbines. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-small-scale-hydro-power-plant-in-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-depends-for-90480426.html
A small scale hydro power plant in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz depends for its water supply, the surrounding glaciated andead mountains. As climate change is causing the glaciers to retreat, the city is becoming increasingly short on water. In fact La Paz will enevitably be the world's first capital city to run completely out of water. As well as critical water shortages, it also means that power production is affected, as at times there is not sufficient water to turn the hydro turbines.
A small scale hydro power plant in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz depends for its water supply, the surrounding glaciated andead mountains. As climate change is causing the glaciers to retreat, the city is becoming increasingly short on water. In fact La Paz will enevitably be the world's first capital city to run completely out of water. As well as critical water shortages, it also means that power production is affected, as at times there is not sufficient water to turn the hydro turbines. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-small-scale-hydro-power-plant-in-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-depends-for-90480438.html
Looking towards the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) from La Paz, which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
Looking towards the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) from La Paz, which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-looking-towards-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-5395m-from-la-paz-which-until-90480451.html
Looking towards the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) from La Paz, which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
Looking towards the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) from La Paz, which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-looking-towards-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-5395m-from-la-paz-which-until-90480442.html
An old ski club sign on the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
An old ski club sign on the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-old-ski-club-sign-on-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-5395m-which-until-2009-90480459.html
The switchback road that climbs to over 17,000 feet to the peak of Chacaltaya, one of the highest roads in the world, La Paz, Bolivia.
The switchback road that climbs to over 17,000 feet to the peak of Chacaltaya, one of the highest roads in the world, La Paz, Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-switchback-road-that-climbs-to-over-17000-feet-to-the-peak-of-90480452.html
The cable car station in El Alto that runs up from La Paz, Bolivia.
The cable car station in El Alto that runs up from La Paz, Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-cable-car-station-in-el-alto-that-runs-up-from-la-paz-bolivia-90480440.html
Looking towards the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) from La Paz, which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
Looking towards the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) from La Paz, which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-looking-towards-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-5395m-from-la-paz-which-until-90480449.html
An old ski club hut on the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m), looking towards Illimani. Until 2009 Chacaltaya had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
An old ski club hut on the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m), looking towards Illimani. Until 2009 Chacaltaya had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-old-ski-club-hut-on-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-5395m-looking-towards-90480460.html
The snow and glacier covered Andean peak of Huayna Potosi in Bolivia. Like all Andean glaciers they are receding rapidly due to
The snow and glacier covered Andean peak of Huayna Potosi in Bolivia. Like all Andean glaciers they are receding rapidly due to https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-snow-and-glacier-covered-andean-peak-of-huayna-potosi-in-bolivia-90480458.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90480399.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90480425.html
Looking towards the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) from La Paz, which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
Looking towards the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) from La Paz, which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-looking-towards-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-5395m-from-la-paz-which-until-90480448.html
The snow and glacier covered Andean peak of Huayna Potosi in Bolivia. Like all Andean glaciers they are receding rapidly due to
The snow and glacier covered Andean peak of Huayna Potosi in Bolivia. Like all Andean glaciers they are receding rapidly due to https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-snow-and-glacier-covered-andean-peak-of-huayna-potosi-in-bolivia-90480456.html
Looking towards the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) from La Paz, which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
Looking towards the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m) from La Paz, which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-looking-towards-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-5395m-from-la-paz-which-until-90480441.html
A small scale hydro power plant in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz depends for its water supply, the surrounding glaciated andead mountains. As climate change is causing the glaciers to retreat, the city is becoming increasingly short on water. In fact La Paz will enevitably be the world's first capital city to run completely out of water. As well as critical water shortages, it also means that power production is affected, as at times there is not sufficient water to turn the hydro turbines.
A small scale hydro power plant in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz depends for its water supply, the surrounding glaciated andead mountains. As climate change is causing the glaciers to retreat, the city is becoming increasingly short on water. In fact La Paz will enevitably be the world's first capital city to run completely out of water. As well as critical water shortages, it also means that power production is affected, as at times there is not sufficient water to turn the hydro turbines. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-small-scale-hydro-power-plant-in-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-depends-for-90480428.html
The snow and glacier covered Andean peak of Huayna Potosi in Bolivia. Like all Andean glaciers they are receding rapidly due to
The snow and glacier covered Andean peak of Huayna Potosi in Bolivia. Like all Andean glaciers they are receding rapidly due to https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-snow-and-glacier-covered-andean-peak-of-huayna-potosi-in-bolivia-90480450.html
Looking over the Altiplano with Lama's grazing to the snow covered Andean peak of Huayna Potosi in Bolivia.
Looking over the Altiplano with Lama's grazing to the snow covered Andean peak of Huayna Potosi in Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-looking-over-the-altiplano-with-lamas-grazing-to-the-snow-covered-90480444.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90480392.html
The cable car station in El Alto that runs up from La Paz, Bolivia.
The cable car station in El Alto that runs up from La Paz, Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-cable-car-station-in-el-alto-that-runs-up-from-la-paz-bolivia-90480436.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the firs
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the firs https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90480408.html
A small scale hydro power plant in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz depends for its water supply, the surrounding glaciated andead mountains. As climate change is causing the glaciers to retreat, the city is becoming increasingly short on water. In fact La Paz will enevitably be the world's first capital city to run completely out of water. As well as critical water shortages, it also means that power production is affected, as at times there is not sufficient water to turn the hydro turbines.
A small scale hydro power plant in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz depends for its water supply, the surrounding glaciated andead mountains. As climate change is causing the glaciers to retreat, the city is becoming increasingly short on water. In fact La Paz will enevitably be the world's first capital city to run completely out of water. As well as critical water shortages, it also means that power production is affected, as at times there is not sufficient water to turn the hydro turbines. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-small-scale-hydro-power-plant-in-la-paz-bolivia-la-paz-depends-for-90480429.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-in-la-paz-bolivia-90480398.html
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
A river full of water contaminated by mine effluent, mixing with raw sewage in La Paz, Bolivia. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-river-full-of-water-contaminated-by-mine-effluent-mixing-with-raw-90480416.html
The peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m), which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009 due to climate change induced melting.
The peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m), which until 2009 had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009 due to climate change induced melting. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-5395m-which-until-2009-had-a-glacier-which-90482378.html
An old ski club hut on the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m), until 2009 Chacaltaya had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
An old ski club hut on the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m), until 2009 Chacaltaya had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-old-ski-club-hut-on-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-5395m-until-2009-chacaltaya-90480461.html
The Chacaltaya Astrophysical Observatory which is undertaking experiments on cosmic ray particles on the peak of Chacaltaya, above La Paz in Bolivia.
The Chacaltaya Astrophysical Observatory which is undertaking experiments on cosmic ray particles on the peak of Chacaltaya, above La Paz in Bolivia. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-chacaltaya-astrophysical-observatory-which-is-undertaking-experiments-90482385.html
Colourful lakes below the peak of Chacaltaya in the Bolivian Andes.
Colourful lakes below the peak of Chacaltaya in the Bolivian Andes. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-colourful-lakes-below-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-in-the-bolivian-andes-90482377.html
Colourful lakes below the peak of Chacaltaya in the Bolivian Andes.
Colourful lakes below the peak of Chacaltaya in the Bolivian Andes. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-colourful-lakes-below-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-in-the-bolivian-andes-90482387.html
A lake below the peak of Chacaltaya in the Bolivian Andes discoloured by mine effluent contamination.
A lake below the peak of Chacaltaya in the Bolivian Andes discoloured by mine effluent contamination. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-a-lake-below-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-in-the-bolivian-andes-discoloured-90480463.html
An old ski club hut on the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m), until 2009 Chacaltaya had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water.
An old ski club hut on the peak of Chacaltaya (5,395m), until 2009 Chacaltaya had a glacier which supported the worlds highest ski lift at over 17,000 feet. The glacier finally disappeared completely in 2009. La Paz will probably be the first capital city in the world that will have to be largely abandoned due to lack of water. It relies heavily on glacial meltwater from the surrounding Andean peaks, but as climate change causes the glaciers to melt, it is rapidly running short of water. https://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1 https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-old-ski-club-hut-on-the-peak-of-chacaltaya-5395m-until-2009-chacaltaya-90482367.html