While the pupils were on summer holiday, construction was going full-speed in seven schools in Stockholm. In this project led by Stockholm's Education Administration, asphalt is being torn up and replaced with trees and greenery. The goal is both to create environments that can inspire outdoor play and schoolyards that are adapted to the climate with cooling greenery.
In a short video shared by SVT, you can see how large parts of different schoolyards, such as Sofia Skolan in Södermalm and Hjulstaskolan in Järva, are currently excavated and cordoned off, as the outdoor environment is being rebuilt to adapt to climate change and create a better environment for children. "The asphalt will be replaced with newly planted trees and bushes - and flowers that will benefit biodiversity", says Malin Jönsson, project manager at the City of Stockholm. "We hope that schoolyards with, for example, climbing poles and bamboo tunnels will inspire boys and girls of different ages to play together."
To cope with the hard wear and tear of a schoolyard, hardy and resistant plants such as bamboo, salix and willow are planted. The greenery is supposed to provide coolness in schoolyards, which often become scorching hot in the summer.
This is such a great project and I hope Stockholm City will expand it to even more schools, do you have anything similar happening in your city or country?
See more about this project and how it is implemented in Järva:
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Wow.this I great news.if we all did strive to achieve more we surely would make it sooner and make the world a better place.
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Stockholm's project to replace asphalt with greenery in schoolyards is a fantastic initiative. It enhances outdoor play, cools urban areas, and supports biodiversity. Similar climate-adaptive projects are emerging globally, making cities more resilient and improving children's well-being.
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This is a proactive initiative. By integrating green spaces and sustainable practices, the city will enhance educational environments thus fostering resilience against environmental challenges, promoting ecological awareness among future generations.
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@walter_lungayi Absolutely! This initiative not only creates healthier, more engaging environments for children but also instils ecological values early on. By fostering green spaces, Stockholm is setting a strong example for integrating sustainability into education while building climate resilience.
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This is nice.There surely is alot that we can do for our planet and make significant change that will benefit us later.
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@rosebellendiritu Absolutely! Every step we take toward sustainability, no matter how small, contributes to the larger goal of preserving our planet. These efforts can lead to lasting, positive changes that benefit future generations and ensure a healthier environment for all.
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Stockholm's initiative to rebuild schoolyards to adapt to climate change is a forward-thinking approach that highlights the city's commitment to creating resilient and sustainable urban environments.