Climate change, a major challenge of the 21st century, profoundly affects societies and biodiversity. In the Swiss Alps, it causes glacier melting, intensifies natural hazards, and threatens the local economy dependent on winter tourism. This study analyzes its impact in the Fribourg Prealps, specifically on the Tissiniva alpine pasture, where water resources are particularly fragile. The reduction in snowfall, earlier snowmelt, and periods of drought complicate water supply, forcing the alpine pasture to adapt. By combining field observations, long-term meteorological data, and local testimonies, this research aims to better understand climate evolution in mountain regions and its environmental, economic, and social consequences.

Climate change has always been an issue that concerns me. For this project, I wanted to study its consequences at a local level, combining this approach with thorough fieldwork.