Long-Term Ecological Research Network (LTER)

The Long-Term Ecological Research Network (LTER) is a collaborative effort among scientists to study ecosystems over many years. By monitoring natural environments like forests, lakes, and grasslands, LTER helps us understand how ecosystems function, change, and respond to factors such as climate change, human activity, and natural variations. This long-term approach provides valuable insights into ecological health and sustainability, informing conservation and management efforts to protect our environment for the future.