Artificial Turf Fields Act as Recurring Point Sources of Metals and Emerging Tire-Derived Contaminants in Stormwater

Kate Julia Moloney; Timothy F. M. Rodgers; Rachel C. Scholes

doi:10.1039/d5em01016k

January 1, 2026Environmental Science Processes & ImpactsOpen Access

Artificial Turf Fields Act as Recurring Point Sources of Metals and Emerging Tire-Derived Contaminants in Stormwater

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Artificial turf fields are widely used globally.

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Artificial turf fields are widely used globally. Each field contains an estimated 125 tonnes of infill material, which is often composed of ground post-consumer vehicle tires. Tires contain chemicals that...

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