EPA Has Second Thoughts About Recycled Tires in Playgrounds
Ground-up tires, commonly known as tire crumb, have been used for years to provide surface cushioning to children’s playgrounds and sport fields. Considered a safe and effective material that was not only easy on the bones but also a great way of recycling, tire crumb was endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and consumer groups. In fact, it was just recently laid down for the new White House playground.
But now doubts are surfacing about using recycled tires in the playground. Throughout the country, communities have been voicing concerns about …
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