Golf needs to “speak up” on sustainability and communicate positive case studies and stories. That’s the conclusion of a new social listening study commissioned by Syngenta that reveals the full extent of golf’s negative reputation across social media.
Sustainability in Golf
Golf courses provide significant value to communities, economies and the environment - particularly in urban areas where green space is increasingly limited. Here, we highlight the sustainability practices from across the global golf industry that are not only having a positive impact but changing perceptions too.
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Australian Golf rallies behind ‘inclusive’ Oakleigh
Australia’s golf industry has rallied behind a nine-hole public course in Melbourne threatened by closure.Oakleigh Golf Course in…
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Kiawah Island’s 50 years balancing tourism and conservation
For almost five decades golf tourism and environmental conservation have co-existed at Kiawah Island, South Carolina, venue of…
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GCSAA recognise leaders in environmental stewardship
The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) has announced the winners of its Environmental Leaders in Golf…
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New guide for sustainable course renovations
A new guide created by GEO Foundation for Sustainable Golf is set to help courses improve value and productivity as they embark…
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Collaboration is key to responsible water conservation
Working together with public and private partners is necessary if golf is to reduce its water usage and support local communities…
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Pebble Beach: Serious about sustainability
The owners of America’s top-rated public course, Pebble Beach Golf Links, say investing in environmental programs protects local…
Transforming golf course sustainability
“We need to get word on the street about the true sustainability of golf courses”, says John Clarkin, who explains the importance of educating the public to help eliminate misconceptions about golf’s environmental impact.
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Golf clubs embrace solar for energy efficiency
From volunteer-run community clubs to luxury resorts, golf operators worldwide are investing in solar energy to power operations.
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Trees meet geotagging tech
It’s widely known that trees play a vital role on most golf courses around the world.
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Collaboration is key to responsible water conservation
Working together with public and private partners is necessary if golf is to reduce its water usage and support local communities, at a time when extreme weather and rising temperatures are causing ‘mega’ droughts and global shortages.