2021
Publication Highlight: Chamoli Disaster Could Happen Again
Four months ago, a devastating flood ravaged the Chamoli district in the Indian Himalayas, killing over 200 people. The flood was caused by a massive landslide, which also involved a glacier. Researchers at WSL, SLF, ETH Zurich, and the University of Zurich have now analyzed the causes, scope and impact of the disaster as part of an international collaboration.
Hydropower plants become safe for fish
In this report on SRF's 10vor10 programme, the challenge of safe fish descent at hydropower plants is explained. Prof. Dr. Robert Boes presents the current research project for a protection and guidance system.
Electrified fish protection structures
The local TV-Station Tele Top published a short report about electrifired fish protection structures that have been invented at VAW. (swiss german only).
New study analyses roughly 220,000 glaciers: Global glacier retreat has accelerated
An international research team including scientists from ETH Zurich has shown that almost all the world’s glaciers are becoming thinner and losing mass – and that these changes are picking up pace. The team’s analysis is the most comprehensive and accurate of its kind to date.
Warn of debris flows with artificial intelligence
Alarm system with earthquake detectors warn of debris flows. Report and interview with Prof. Dr Fabian Walter, VAW, ETH Zurich, on SRF '10 vor 10'.