Unused public underpasses and buildings reborn as smart farms

Gyeonggi-do Province has begun constructing smart farms in unused spaces in inner cities and rural areas, such as public pedestrian underpasses and abandoned buildings that are not used by residents.

Cha Yun-kyung has this report.

The dormitory of a bag factory in Yongin, Gyeonggi-do Province, has been neglected for more than 20 years after the factory closed down.

Gyeonggi-do Province has started a project to transform it into a smart farm and a community space for local residents.

The first floor will become an urban plant factory while the second floor will change into a complex for various experience programs and education.

"There will be a vegetable garden outside of the building. Experimental greenhouses will also be constructed here in the future. I think the new place will provide lots of fun experiences."

This is Baekseok pedestrian underpass in the city of Goyang.

It was in danger of becoming a blind spot for crime, with no one passing through but will also be turned into a smart farm.

"We will transform the underpass into an experience space where anyone can come and taste a lot of delicious strawberries."

"I believe we are constructing a socially innovative smart farm in Gyeonggi-do Province, which can solve some societal problems through agriculture."

Gyeonggi-do Province is planning to develop the business of constructing smart farms by using unused spaces in inner city areas, which has become a model to solve urban problems and revitalize local communities.

Cha Yun-kyung, Arirang News.