The Tibetan Plateau contains hundreds of lakes, many of which play an essential role in supplying water to Asia’s large river systems. Some, however, are not connected to a river system but have nevertheless experienced significant water volume changes in recent decades. Research points to climate-induced changes in the permafrost thaw cycle, which has increased water supply to existing lakes and created new bodies of water.
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Tibetan Lakes