A Brooklyn public housing complex has installed a new playground made entirely from recycled cork, a move praised by advocates for its durability, sustainability, and safety benefits. The project highlights cork’s natural shock-absorbing properties and resistance to weather, making it a long-lasting alternative to traditional playground materials. Environmental groups have long promoted cork as an eco-friendly option, as its harvesting process doesn’t harm the tree it comes from. The installation reflects a growing trend in urban development to incorporate recycled and renewable materials in community spaces.
NYCHA complex in Brooklyn gets playground using recycled cork as advocates tout material's benefits CBS News
