Khumbu Since 1950: Cultural, Landscape, and Climate Change in the Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park, Khumbu, Nepal. By Alton C. Byers

A comprehensive assessment of the Sagarmatha National Park reveals significant transformations in its cultural, landscape, and climatic dimensions over seven decades. Alton C. Byers' work highlights how climate change has reshaped the Khumbu region, including the retreat of glaciers and changes in vegetation patterns, while also documenting shifts in local Sherpa culture and mountaineering practices. The study combines long-term field observations with historical records to provide a nuanced understanding of these interconnected changes. Its interdisciplinary approach offers critical insights into the vulnerability and resilience of high-altitude ecosystems and communities, underscoring the need for adaptive conservation strategies.

Ives, J. D. (2020). Khumbu Since 1950: Cultural, Landscape, and Climate Change in the Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) National Park, Khumbu, Nepal. By Alton C. Byers. Mountain Research and Development, 39(3). https://doi.org/10.1659/mrd.mm240