The discovery is significant because it is thought that such lakes may have accelerated the retreat of glaciers in the past, and could do so again. (ldeo.columbia.edu)
But despite making an error over Himalayan glacier melt in its landmark 2007 report, the panel's basic conclusions remain sound, he said. (bbc.co.uk)
Similar problems are expected in those countries reliant on Himalayan glaciers for their water supplies. (clivehamilton.com)