Well, here we are in Punea and many of you will recognize what I'm what you see on the screen behind us. Now, this is one of the most spectacular mountain ranges of the country, the Siadri or the Western GS. Comparable only to the Himalaya.This mountain range spans over 1,600 kilometers starting in central India at the Tapi River and extending all the way down to the southernmost tip of the Indian Peninsula in Kerala. It is believed to have originated nearly a 100 million years ago when the tectonic plate I ...

Environmental Impact & Conservation - Human activities, including outdoor sports like ski mountaineering, inevitably have an impact on nature [8] - Confusing possession with love leads to exploitation of nature, termed "ecosystem services," which reduces ecosystems' ability to mitigate extreme climate events [11][12][14] - The Nature Restoration Law aims to restore habitats and ecosystems, benefiting biodiversity and human populations, with an estimated economic return of €8 to €38 for every €1 invested [16] - Monoculture forests, like those dominated by Norway spruce, lack the biodiversity of mixed forests, which are more resilient and provide better habitats for various species [20][21] Human-Nature Relationship - The impact of climate change and human activities on high-altitude birds is a key research area, highlighting the sensitivity of mountain ecosystems [6] - Animals are adapting to human presence by shifting activities from day to night, impacting their health and increasing predation risks [7] - The aesthetic preferences of humans often override ecological functionality, leading to alterations of natural landscapes based on current trends [22] - True love for nature involves respecting boundaries to ensure a safe space for all living beings [11]