Crumb Rubber Infill Debate: Science vs. Fear in Artificial Turf

Environmental group EHHI demands moratorium on new crumb rubber fields, secures $200K from CT Attorney General for studies. Industry and locals call it a "smoke screen" blocking needed sports fields.

The Evidence

• Hundreds of safety studies over 40+ years: no overwhelming health/environment risk from artificial turf + crumb rubber.
• For every "hazard" article, 20+ tout years of service, lower maintenance, water savings, water district rebates, new field funding worldwide.
• ASGi Environmental Impact Studies Index lists reputable published research.

EHHI's Contradictions

• Director admits fertilizers/pesticides (regulated) will be used on their proposed natural grass field near sensitive river.
• 93% of WA preschoolers test positive for pesticide neurotoxins in urine (Pesticide Education Center).
• Neurotoxins linked to Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Autism, ADD/ADHD—affecting 30%+ of school-age kids.
• EHHI hasn't published environmental/cost comparison of their natural turf alternative.

AG Blumenthal's Practical Stance

"My four children play on synthetic turf. I'm not panicking. Simple measures—wash after play, avoid high heat—minimize any risk."

Problem solved. Let's play ball.