Artificial grass contributes to global warming by absorbing more radiation than living grass, displacing living plants that could remove carbon dioxide - and through emissions created during its production
Plastic plates, cutlery, drinks stirrers, straws will be banned from Autumn this year under the Environmental Protection Act 2023.
"Artificial grass is made of plastic and other synthetic materials, which, despite the perception of being maintenance free, requires regular cleaning and has a life span of eight to 15 years, after which sustainable disposal can be challenging," she said. She added that Swansea Council had agreed not to use artificial grass in the public realm, even on a temporary basis going forward.
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