Geomorphic processes, rock quality and solid waste management - examples from the Mt. Everest region of Nepal.

摘要: Sagarmatha National Park and Buffer Zone (SNPBZ) in the Everest region Nepal is among most popular destinations for trekking tourism Nepal. The dramatic growth of industry has increased pressures on environment heavily affected by rapidly growing waste issue. Besides, major mass movements play an important role Himalaya have been observed SNPBZ. Also, seasonal monsoon floods, debris flows, rock falls, landslides creation glacial lake outburst floods are frequently occurring region. This paper explores reciprocal interactions between geo-environment solid management Everest’s Therefore, geological characteristics geomorphological processes, especially two large rockslides Lukla Khumjung, as well their consequences quality, climatic hydrologic conditions, analyzed simultaneously connected to tourism-induced Rockslide material shows high porosity permeability. Thus, we argue that rockslide facies particularly vulnerable contamination water washed out agricultural fertilizers, which pose threats population Namche Bazaar but probably also Lukla. landfill sites often processes may consequently contaminate surface ground water. Results highlight regional infrastructure planning collides with natural features causes harm human health environment. implications results can be applied similar areas (such Marsyandi Valley, Kali Gandaki Valley) special issues.