Boston Bans All Artificial Turf in City Parks Due to PFAS Toxic Effects
Boston's Mayor has announced artificial turf will no longer be installed in city parks due to the risks of PFAS exposure.
Tag Archives: Artificial Turf
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PFAS Chemicals Detected In Artificial Grass: Report
A new study finds artificial turf used in soccer fields and elsewhere is increasingly using chemicals believed to be linked to cancer risks and other adverse health effects.
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Safety of Rubber Playground Surfaces from Recycled Tires Reviewed by EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is investigating whether rubber playground surfaces made from recycled tires may release harmful chemicals that could pose a health hazard for young children.
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Rubber Turf Field in NYC Closed Due to High Levels of Lead
An artificial rubber turf field at Thomas Jefferson Park in New York City was closed last week after tests found high lead levels, which could pose a potential health hazard…
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California State Files Artificial Grass Lawsuit
The California Attorney General, Los Angeles City Attorney and Salano County Attorney have filed a lawsuit against three makers of artificial grass fields, claiming that some types of their turf…
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Synthetic Turf Lead Levels Safe According to U.S. CPSC
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has released the results of their evaluation of the safety of synthetic turf used at many school and government-owned athletic fields throughout the…
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Artificial Turf Lawsuit Filed Over High Lead Levels
A California environmental watchdog has filed a lawsuit against the makers of artificial turf fields demanding that they stop selling turf that contains lead levels in excess of California state…
