Green Schoolyards

Green Schoolyards combine green stormwater infrastructure engineering with research on how nature can foster cognitive development and physical and mental health to create benefit-rich outdoor spaces. Elements include nature-inspired play equipment, outdoor classrooms, vegetated rain gardens, etc.

Primary Benefits

● Safe, Clean Waters

Secondary Co-Benefits
● Smaller-Scale Flood Reduction

● Heat Reduction

● Recreation & Green Space Access

● Beautification & Community Pride

● Diverse & Healthy Habitats

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