But Kyla Bennett, director of science policy for Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility, an advocacy group, cited a report provided to the Board of Health that tested samples of the proposed turf system. It found “trace concentrations” of forever chemicals PFBA and PFOA, which have been linked to toxic health effects. She said the levels were concerning, and even small amounts should not be dismissed given how long these chemicals persist in the environment.
“Every time you add more, the contamination gets worse,” she said. “How can they say that’s PFAS-free?”
