In many mountain regions, particularly in developing countries, the increasing urban population has put considerable pressure on water services and basic amenities for urban dwellers , for example in cities such as La Paz , which are regions already under pressure due to the negative effects of climate change, coupled with poor water availability and governance . In many areas of the HKH region, water demand far exceeds municipal supply, and people cope with water insecurity in a variety of ways , such as by resorting to interbasin water transfers and deep pumping, to supply their water needs .Additionally, influxes of migrants, tourists and retirees, combined with the growth of the incumbent population, place considerable stress on urban infrastructures that must supply adequate clean water and provide for sewage disposal , which is also observable in other regions . Energy provision in and around mountain settlements is another key sector affected by climate-related impacts , which bears relevance for the adaptation prospects for urban mountain settlements .
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Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability
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