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Demonstration Against The Reform Of The Glaciers Law Outside The National Congress
Environmental activists gather outside the Argentine National Congress to oppose the repeal of the Glacier Law in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on [Month Day, Year]. The law, officially known as Law 26.639, ''Minimum Standards for the Preservation of Glaciers and the Periglacial Environment,'' was enacted in 2010. It recognizes glaciers as strategic water reserves and key elements for water regulation and ecosystem stability in mountainous regions. Glaciers play a critical role in the hydrological cycle and serve as essential freshwater reserves, supporting rivers, wetlands, and aquifers. The potential loss or degradation of glaciers could impact ecosystem resilience to climate change, increasing risks such as desertification and biodiversity loss. Provinces like La Pampa rely on water from glaciers in Mendoza for human consumption and productive activities. (Photo by Catriel Gallucci Bordoni/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #13518366 |
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| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Catriel Gallucci Bordoni/NurPhoto |
| Category | Social Issue |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Catriel Gallucci Bordoni/NurPhoto |
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