Cork oak forests occupy an estimated area of over millions of hectares in the Mediterranean basin, where they play a vital role in preserving the local ecosystem and maintaining biodiversity. Like the Mediterranean diet, sunshine, and great wine, cork oak forests are an icon of the Mediterranean way of life.
DiscoverCork base offers a safe and sustainable solution for reducing the risk of injuries on playgrounds. Made of 90% natural cork, it meets strict safety standards and is hypoallergenic and free of harmful substances. It is also low-VOC and durable for outdoor use. In addition, the use of cork base supports the preservation of cork oak forests, which cover over 1,9 million hectares in the Mediterranean region and provide numerous environmental benefits.
Cork oak trees are a crucial part of the Mediterranean ecosystem. These trees provide a sustainable source of natural cork, which is harvested every 9-12 years without harming the tree. Additionally, cork oak forests are important for biodiversity, carbon sequestration, and preventing desertification.
Cork oak trees are known to sequester a significant amount of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, studies have shown that cork oak forests can sequester up to 14.5 tons of carbon per hectare per year, making them important tools for mitigating climate change.
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