Ice samples from Mont Blanc and Grand Combin have been stored in the Ice Memory Sanctuary in Antarctica, inaugurated on January 14. This archive aims to preserve climate history as glaciers worldwide are threatened by climate change. Scientists believe these ice cores will provide valuable data for future research on climate patterns and human impact. The project highlights the urgency of preserving our planet's cryosphere, with notable figures like Professor Carlo Barbante and Prince Albert II emphasizing the importance of safeguarding this heritage.