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Microplastic emissions and degradation mechanisms, in artificial turf systems – analytical detection and future directions
ACS Agricultural Science & Technology
2026
Afsana Sharmin,
Mansoor Ahmad Bhat,
Ignacio Martin-Fabiani,
Tanja Radu
Summary
This study examines how artificial turf systems emit microplastics into the environment through wear, weathering, and runoff, identifying key degradation mechanisms and detection gaps. Artificial turf is a significant but underappreciated point source of synthetic rubber and polymer microplastics entering urban waterways and soils.
The environmental impact of artificial turf systems is receiving increasing attention, particularly in relation to the release of microplastics.