People aren't the only ones all abuzz over the new bus stops in Utrecht.
In this Dutch city, 316 bus stops have been transformed into urban oases for bumblebees and honeybees. The roofs are covered with sedum plants, which attract the bees, and they are also able to capture fine dust and store rainwater, The Independent reports. To make the bus stops even more green, the benches are made of bamboo and the lighting is energy-efficient.
Utrecht is taking major steps in order to improve its air quality. The city plans on having 55 new electric buses — powered by windmills — in operation by the end of the year, with its public transportation system "completely clean" by 2028. For residents who want to join the cause, Utrecht also has a program where people can request funding in order to turn their own roofs green.
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