Harvard Forest's researchers, led by senior ecologist David Orwig, observe significant transformations due to climate change, mentioning a shift to brighter understory and new birch growth. With a long-standing commitment to studying these changes, they emphasize the personal connection each team member has to the land. The forest's extensive climate data, established since 1907, allows for analysis of long-term trends, contributing to a deeper understanding of the impacts of climate change. The sense of community and shared responsibility enhances their dedication to this work, making the changes even more poignant.
Every day, walking around this forest is just dramatically different than it used to be. When I first started working here, it used to be dark, green, lush, and shady.
We all have a landscape that we share here and care deeply about. I guarantee that every single person who works here can tell you several parts of this land that are meaningful to them.
The forest has temperature and precipitation information going back to the 1960s, allowing climate trends to emerge despite normal variation in daily or annual weather.
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