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In this episode, I talk with William Spencer, P.E., president and professional engineer at MHS Planning & Design, about the profound impact of civil engineering on promoting child wellness in parks and playgrounds. We tackle topics like funding challenges, the significance of outdoor play in child wellness, pioneering solutions, and the crucial role of collaboration.
***The video version of this episode can be viewed here.***
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Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask William:
- Could you describe your civil engineering work on parks and playgrounds and its impact on promoting child wellness?
- How can we find funding and plans to create and care for public spaces like parks?
- How does outdoor play contribute to children’s overall well-being, and what role does civil engineering play in supporting this?
- How does the necessity for maintenance impact the initial design and planning of a play space?
- How can we find creative and effective solutions to address the issue of insufficient green space for children?
- How do civil engineers team up with local communities, governments, and other organizations to make things happen?
- What do you think are the most promising developments and opportunities in civil engineering for parks and playgrounds?
Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode About the Role of Civil Engineering in Promoting Child Wellness:
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