Himalayan Institute of Alternatives, Ladakh (HIAL)
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In the cold desert of Ladakh, engineers and villagers freeze winter meltwater into towering "ice stupas" that release irrigation water just when spring-sown crops need it most.
10Mlitres of water storedIce stupa built by Tarchit village (competition winner)
2.5Mlitres of water storedAutomated ice stupa capacity at Phyang