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1. link.springer.com › article › 10Environmental impacts of artificial turf: a scoping review

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   May 13, 2024 · Abstract. Artificial turfs represent a large environmental issue in terms of waste, microplastic pollution and leaching of chemicals. Artificial turfs are made of several components, the shock absorbing pad, backing, stabilizing infill, performance infill and artificial grass fibers.

2. www.turfandrec.com › the-great-debate-real-vThe great debate: An indepth look at natural versus ...

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   May 6, 2024 · The case for real turf. Temperature: According to research at Penn State, the surface temperature of synthetic turf is 20 to 30 degrees Celsius higher than natural turf on an average playing day. The maximum surface temperature of synthetic turf recorded was 93 degrees Celsius on a sunny day in Utah. Environmental benefits: Living plants absorb ...

3. www.brockusa.com › navigating-the-threeNavigating the Three Generations of Artificial Turf - Brock USA

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   May 21, 2024 · Originally developed to overcome the limitations of natural grass, synthetic turf has evolved through various generations, each marked by technological advancements aimed at improving safety, performance, and environmental sustainability. Here’s an overview of the three distinct generations of artificial turf.

4. www.flooringinc.com › blog › artificial-turf-vs-grassArtificial Turf vs. Grass: Which is Better? - Flooring Inc

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   May 8, 2024 · Whether for residential landscapes, grass fields, or public spaces, the choice between artificial turf vs. grass comes down to what a property owner prefers and needs. Knowing the pros and cons of each can help you decide the best artificial grass option for your space.

5. marshalrenee.com › blog › advantages-of-artificial-turfAdvantages of Artificial Turf - Marshal Renee

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   5 days ago · Artificial turf, also known as synthetic grass, has evolved dramatically from its early days as a sports field staple. Today, it’s a compelling alternative to natural grass, offering a myriad of benefits for homeowners, businesses, and municipalities alike. The Science Behind Artificial Turf’s Lush Allure

6. www.niehs.nih.gov › research › supportedArtificial Turf and Your Health | National Institute of ...

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   May 20, 2024 · The synthetic materials that make up artificial turf can expose children, athletes, and others to PFAS, heavy metals, and other harmful chemicals. Additionally, artificial turf gets significantly hotter than grass, increasing the risk of heat stress and burns among those who play on the fields.

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   What are artificial turfs made of?

   • Artificial turfs are made of several components, the shock absorbing pad, backing, stabilizing infill, performance infill and artificial grass fibers. Common for these, except the stabilizing infill, is being made of plastic and chemicals being released to the environment.

   Environmental impacts of artificial turf: a scoping review - Springer

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   What is artificial turf & how does it work?

   • Artificial turfs are typically made of an underlying shock absorbing pad, synthetic green grass fibers, a stabilizing infill (quartz sand) to keep the turf in place, and a performance infill (e.g. styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) granules from end-of-life tires) to ensure playability of the field (Larsen et al. 2015 ).

   Environmental impacts of artificial turf: a scoping review - Springer

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   Are artificial turfs bad for the environment?

   • You have full access to this open access article Artificial turfs represent a large environmental issue in terms of waste, microplastic pollution and leaching of chemicals. Artificial turfs are made of several components, the shock absorbing pad, backing, stabilizing infill, performance infill and artificial grass fibers.

   Environmental impacts of artificial turf: a scoping review - Springer

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   How to improve environmental sustainability of artificial turfs?

   • There are barriers actors have to overcome to enhance the environmental sustainability of their artificial turfs (de Bernardi and Waller 2022 ). A good dialogue, good information flow and education regarding environmental sustainability of artificial turfs is one of the obstacles.

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8. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Greenland_nationalGreenland national football team - Wikipedia

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   7 hours ago · Greenland is a member of the International Island Games Association and has taken part in Football at the Island Games. Since 13 October 2005, it is a provisional member of the N.F.-Board and since 25 March 2006 it is full-member. On 17 October 2009, the team was accepted as a provisional member of the IFU .