Wolfsburg plants 54 trees to bring shade and greenery to schools
Wolfsburg has planted 54 new trees at 15 daycare centres and Schiller School. The project aims to create natural shade and improve the local environment. Officials say this is the first step in a wider plan to boost green spaces at educational sites. The planting work was completed by a local landscaping company. They chose species suited to each location, including maple, elm, and linden. Between one and six trees were planted at each site, depending on available space.
The initiative is part of a climate adaptation strategy. Trees will cool the area, clean the air, and absorb carbon dioxide. They also provide shade on hot summer days, protecting children and staff at the facilities.
Funding for the €190,000 project came mostly from the KfW Development Bank’s Program 444. The bank covered 80 percent of the costs. City officials plan to assess more sites for future planting schemes. The new trees will improve outdoor spaces for schools and daycare centres. Further projects are expected after additional site reviews. The city aims to expand natural shade and ecological benefits across more locations.
