Artificial glaciers stave off drought in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan's Tian-Shan mountains, villagers build an artificial glacier to combat water scarcity caused by melting natural glaciers due to climate change. Costing $6,200 each, the glacier provides water for farming and livestock in the region. With 24 artificial glaciers in Kyrgyzstan, the initiative aims to support rural livelihoods and slow soil erosion.