An ecological restoration project aims to recover and rehabilitate degraded ecosystems to restore their health and functionality. Such projects can involve the replanting of native species, the removal of invasive species, or the re-establishment of natural processes and habitats. Restoration efforts often consider the historical state of an ecosystem and aim to bring it back to a condition where native biodiversity can flourish. Successful projects enhance ecosystem services, such as clean water and carbon storage, contributing to overall environmental sustainability.