Because synthetic turf has been identified as a serious health concern that’s present at almost every school, college, and university in the Lehigh Valley, we’ve added some additional material. If you have questions or want more information, email us at turf@sustainlv.org.
- PFAS in Artificial Turf Fields fact sheet [PDF] (November 2023)
(According to the U.S. EPA, there is no safe level of exposure.) - NFL Players Association Calls for Stadiums to End Synthetic Turf Use (Nov 2023)
Recap of most popular topics
- Synthetic Turf – Overview
- First Aid for Turf Burns
- Health & Safety Guidelines for Synthetic Turf
- Maintenance of Synthetic Turf Fields
- Open letter to anyone considering synthetic turf
[March 2024]