ecosystem productivity

The tropical forest canopy serves as a vital shield and lifeblood for many ecosystems worldwide.This upper layer of lush vegetation not only influences *forest health* and *ecosystem productivity,* but also plays a crucial role in *carbon storage,* helping to mitigate the impacts of *climate change.* Recent advancements in technology, like NASA’s Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation (GEDI), reveal how changes in canopy height can indicate the overall health of these forests.