We travel to Southern France for this episode of The Green Report, where host Gary Firkins visits Terre Blanche Hotel Spa Golf to find out how the resort's long-term sustainability philosophy is delivering measurable environmental benefits.
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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First Green program announces UK roll-out
An environmental education program that turns golf courses into classrooms is to be rolled out in the United Kingdom.First Green…
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Open venue invests in solar energy
Rooftop solar panels will provide one third of all energy used at Royal Birkdale Golf Club, including powering six new electric…
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Leading clubs recognized for efforts to increase biodiversity
The finalists of the prestigious Syngenta Operation Pollinator Award have been announced.The award is to be presented at the…
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How to make golf courses climate resilient
Globally, 2022 will be remembered as another year of climate extremes. While some regions experienced record-breaking heat and…
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US golf courses cut water use by 29%
A recent survey shows that American golf courses are leading the way in tackling water waste.Data from the Golf Course…
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Green funding boost for Scotland’s highest golf course
A volunteer run club in Scotland is to receive almost £100,000 in funding from renewable energy and sustainability grants.…
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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.