Authors and editorial team

Every article is signed by the desk responsible for it. Sources are cited in each piece and we follow a public editorial policy.

• AN

  Altavia News Desk

  News desk · 14 articles

  Collective byline of the Altavia news desk. We select and explain mountain, nature and environment news from around the world using primary sources: scientific bodies, official services and peer-reviewed publications. Every story links to its sources and is updated when the data changes.

• MR

  Mountains & Routes Desk

  Mountains, routes and safety · 20 articles

  Editorial team covering mountaineering, hiking, routes and safety. Our guides are based on recommendations from mountain federations, rescue services and official bodies, and always flag which figures are indicative and must be checked before heading out.

• ND

  Nature Desk

  Wildlife, plants and ecosystems · 18 articles

  Science-writing desk on wildlife, plants and ecosystems. We work with scientific sources (IUCN, peer-reviewed research, research centres and parks) to tell surprising stories without exaggerating or oversimplifying.

• ED

  Environment Desk

  Climate and conservation · 11 articles

  Desk specialising in climate change, glaciers, water, pollution and biodiversity. We clearly separate measured facts, scientific projections and analysis, and always cite the reference reports.

• GD

  Gear Desk

  Gear and buying guides · 6 articles

  Desk dedicated to mountain gear. We publish buying guides and comparisons by product type based on technical standards and manufacturer specifications. We never publish product tests we have not carried out, and we always flag affiliate links.