A waste of money or a key part of cleaner air? The CityTree debate

The so-called 'robot trees' cost €350,000 and prompted a major debate about clean air and environmentalism in Cork city
A waste of money or a key part of cleaner air? The CityTree debate

The CityTrees on Patrick's St, Cork City, are described as pieces of smart street furniture.

Loud controversy erupted this week over five new high-tech structures filled with moss which were installed in Cork City to combat pollution while providing public seating.

The CityTrees, now known locally as ‘robot trees’, cost €350,000.

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