Himalaya to Ocean H2O
Tracing water from Himalaya to Ocean: Glaciers, rivers, and coastal resilience
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The Third Pole Project traces the journey of water from the towering glaciers of the Himalayas to the dynamic coastal deltas of the Bay of Bengal...
2024–2028
Nepal
Bhutan
India
Bangladesh
Bay of Bengal
Glacial monitoring, meltwater dynamics, and snowpack modeling in the high Himalayas.
River quality, sedimentation, pollution tracking, and hydrological health across major river basins.
Delta and coastal resilience, salinity intrusion, mangrove health, and climate vulnerability in the Bay of Bengal.
Partnering with scientists, communities, and policymakers to build actionable, integrated solutions.
Stay informed with the latest updates, events, and milestones from the Third Pole Project. Our work spans diverse landscapes and stories—from glacial reports to field campaigns.
OPRI-SPF and ICIMOD sign Joint Statement of Understanding launching Glacier to Ocean project
First comprehensive study on assessing awareness about heavy metal contamination in Chattogram, Bangladesh
Bridging the Poles: Interpolar Dialogue in the Himalayas and Arctic,
Arctic Circle Delhi Forum, May 3–4, 2025
March 2025
April 2025
July 2025
Led by the Ocean Policy Research Institute of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation.
In collaboration with global academic institutions, NGOs, INGOs, local communities, and government institutions.
For inquiries: https://www.spf.org/opri/en/contact/