# Green Jungle Gyms The Nature Energy Park Teaches Children About Renewable Energy By Michael Hines | Published 2011-04-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nature-energy-park References: [tuvie](http://www.tuvie.com/nature-energy-park-playground-that-teaches-children-about-renewable-energy/) The [Nature Energy Park](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinetic-sand-project-planet) is an eco-conscious jungle gym designed to teach kids the importance of renewable energy. Designers You Song Young, Jin Soo Yeon, Ahn Ho Sang and Lee Sung Jae designed this jungle gym with toys that teach kids about solar, wind, hydroelectric and kinetic energy. The importance of renewable energy is demonstrated by the games that make up the Nature Energy Park: A pedal-powered radio demonstrates kinetic energy, while a pinwheel-powered traffic sign shows how the wind can be used to produce energy. "A [solar-powered optical illusion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-jantzen-2)" and a waterwheel powered by a seesaw round out this play place's educational eco-toys. Young kids learn a ton through play; playgrounds could really benefit from having more [educational equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rebug) that teaches children the benefits of green power. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Educational Eco-toys:** Children's toys that teach about renewable energy have the potential to disrupt the traditional toy industry. - **Renewable Energy Education:** The trend towards educating children about green energy sources could disrupt the education industry and create opportunities for new educational technology startups. - **Green Playground Equipment:** The move towards eco-friendly playgrounds could disrupt traditional playground equipment manufacturing as parents and schools seek out more sustainable options. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Industry:** The rise of educational eco-toys presents an opportunity for disruption in the traditional toy manufacturing industry. - **Education Industry:** The trend towards educating children about renewable energy sources presents opportunities for disruptors in the EdTech industry. - **Playground Equipment Manufacturing:** As the demand for green playground equipment grows, there is an opportunity for disruption in traditional playground equipment manufacturing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Structural Energetic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archipelago-playscape.md) - [Nature-Inspired Indoor Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sarit-shani-hay.md) - [Energy-Generating Park Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energy-park.md) - [Heritage Sound Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hornscape-playground.md) - [Abstract Colorfully Vibrant Playscapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wired-scape.md) - [Green Community Building Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arckit-greenscape-village.md) - [Generational-Lasting Dynamic Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mike-hewson-2.md) - [Futuristic Glowing Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joya-1.md) - [Bright Playful Sport Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-and-nike.md)