Dutch cities are replacing solid concrete surfaces with grass-filled paving blocks that absorb rainwater and help keep urban areas cooler

Cities in the Netherlands are experimenting with a greener approach to urban surfaces by using grass-filled permeable paving blocks in places where conventional sealed concrete or asphalt might otherwise be used. These specially designed blocks contain open spaces where grass can grow, while gaps in the surface allow rainwater to pass through rather than immediately flowing into drains.

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