Lakes fed by melting and retreating glaciers are becoming important freshwater reservoirs, and their value depends on their storage capacity and sedimentation-dependent lifespan. This study estimates the volumes and lifespans of >70,000 glacial lakes globally as of 2020, improving our understanding on the potential of these lakes and the sustainable use of these reservoirs.
- Georg Veh
- Wolfgang Schwanghart
- Jonathan L. Carrivick
