In Arizona, researchers are studying playgrounds where the equipment gets so hot it can burn kids’ skin. As heat worsens ...

The Canadian Dermatology Association is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 CDA Shade Structure Grant Program. This year's grants, aimed at helping public schools, child care centres, city ...

Each grant recipient will receive a portion of up to $37,500 to support the installation of permanent shade structures in high-use outdoor areas, including playgrounds, splashpads, parks ...

Depending on your backyard setup and your needs, you may opt for multiple shade options, from planting trees to umbrellas to permanent shady structures. Consider these questions before you shop.

The quickest way to keep playgrounds ... shade can make a person feel up to 72 degrees Fahrenheit cooler, researchers at UCLA have found. In the next few years, schools’ ability to install ...

From today until September 27, 2024, applications for the 2024 Shade Trees on Playgrounds (STOP) will be accepted, according to a press release. "From the hands-on experience of planting their own ...

Schools across the country are adding trees, tent-like structures and water ... trees stand like toothpicks. Shade trees are rare in this neighborhood, and playgrounds even less so.

creating shade structures and removing asphalt. There are other changes the state can enact without voter approval. California is spending millions to plant trees in school playgrounds throughout ...

Waukee plans to upgrade the main playground at one of its larger ... told council members that the shade structures will be made of canvas and would stay up year-round. Jermier said construction ...

Type SHP umbrella is designed to be installed permanently. Non foldable, steel umbrella spokes and PVC cover for optimal weather protection. This type is suitable for residential, commercial and ...