Sejong City Creates 'Safe Green Forest for Children' Near Boram Elementary and Other Elementary Schools

[Asia Economy (Sejong) Reporter Jeong Il-woong] Sejong City is creating Child Safety Green Forests in school zones near local elementary schools.

The city announced on the 7th that it will pilot the creation of green forests at two elementary schools this year: Daedong Elementary School in Jochiwon-eup and Boram Elementary School in Boram-dong.

The purpose of the Child Safety Green Forest is to prevent traffic accidents within school zones by creating green belts along the roadside to separate sidewalks from roadways.

The green forests will also serve to protect children from automobile exhaust by planting seasonal flowering plants and shrubs.

Prior to starting the green forest project, the city held preliminary consultations with related organizations such as the Korea Forest Service, Sejong City Office of Education, and Sejong Police Station.

Additionally, the design will incorporate suggestions from schools, parents, and experts.

Starting with two elementary schools this year, the city plans to add green forests at eight more locations by 2025.

Lee Gyu-myeong, head of the city's Forest and Park Division, said, “The creation of green forests will secure the safety of children's commuting routes and is expected to improve the living environment through urban forests.” He added, “The city will continue to discover and promote urban green space projects.”

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