{"id":28645,"date":"2024-12-23T13:25:03","date_gmt":"2024-12-23T13:25:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/?p=28645"},"modified":"2024-12-23T14:30:09","modified_gmt":"2024-12-23T14:30:09","slug":"what-is-a-biodiversity-strategy-in-golf-global","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/en\/what-is-a-biodiversity-strategy-in-golf-global\/","title":{"rendered":"Biodiversity strategy: the best tips from the experts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2nnye42-3255a91f5de3d620fad61c7b032effbf\">\n.avia-image-container.av-2nnye42-3255a91f5de3d620fad61c7b032effbf img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-2nnye42-3255a91f5de3d620fad61c7b032effbf .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-2nnye42-3255a91f5de3d620fad61c7b032effbf av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_heading  avia-builder-el-first '  ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-28668 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-28668 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Design-ohne-Titel-87.jpg\" alt='Golfreiseziel Mauritius' title='Golfreiseziel Mauritius'  height=\"924\" width=\"1643\" srcset=\"https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Design-ohne-Titel-87.jpg 1643w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Design-ohne-Titel-87-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Design-ohne-Titel-87-1030x579.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Design-ohne-Titel-87-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Design-ohne-Titel-87-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Design-ohne-Titel-87-1500x844.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Design-ohne-Titel-87-705x397.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1643px) 100vw, 1643px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-206604y-593271f5abf33a917a023eb23f3cbab8\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-206604y-593271f5abf33a917a023eb23f3cbab8{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-206604y-593271f5abf33a917a023eb23f3cbab8 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-206604y-593271f5abf33a917a023eb23f3cbab8 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-206604y-593271f5abf33a917a023eb23f3cbab8 av-special-heading-h1 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_image  el_before_av_textblock '><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag '  >Biodiversity strategy: the best tips from the experts<\/h1><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-1fy55ma-42b73ccb927388170ee73b721e797ec2 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>Increasing biodiversity on extensively used areas &#8211; this is the topic with which golf courses can also score points in the future. A strategy is needed to make this a successful project in the long term: we asked four experts what they think a biodiversity strategy should look like. With these tips, every golf course can start developing a biodiversity strategy.<\/p>\n<p>As <strong>head of the German Golf Association&#8217;s biodiversity working group<\/strong>, <strong>Dr Gunther Hardt<\/strong> has been involved in the development of species-rich areas on golf courses for years. For him, three points make up a good biodiversity strategy<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The commitment to a biodiversity strategy should be integrated into business operations. It is listed in the mission statement and in the articles of association, and contact persons are named.<\/li>\n<li>Seek cooperation with existing organizations such as nature conservation associations. You should also participate in existing activities in the golf scene on the subject of biodiversity, such as &#8220;Habitat Golf Course&#8221; or Golf &amp; Nature. In this way, you can identify and promote biodiversity projects appropriate to the location of the relevant natural or landscape area.<\/li>\n<li>Integrate the biodiversity strategy into your marketing concept with good press work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-m510en34-8738261d7e0d801d2740028a684b941a\">\n.avia-image-container.av-m510en34-8738261d7e0d801d2740028a684b941a img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-m510en34-8738261d7e0d801d2740028a684b941a .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-m510en34-8738261d7e0d801d2740028a684b941a av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '  ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-28629 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-28629 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Dr.-Gunther-Hardt-05-2021-284x300.jpg\" alt='Portr\u00e4t Dr. Gunther Hardt' title='Dr. Gunther Hardt 05-2021'  height=\"300\" width=\"284\" srcset=\"https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Dr.-Gunther-Hardt-05-2021-284x300.jpg 284w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Dr.-Gunther-Hardt-05-2021.jpg 924w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Dr.-Gunther-Hardt-05-2021-768x811.jpg 768w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Dr.-Gunther-Hardt-05-2021-668x705.jpg 668w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 284px) 100vw, 284px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-m5138r1j-d776b7f1ada6a11019b8fb28997dc0e1 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p><strong>Dr. Marie Athorn<\/strong> advises golf courses on biodiversity projects on behalf of the <strong>R&amp;A<\/strong> and the <strong>Royal Society for the Protection of Birds in England<\/strong>. These are her strategy tips:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tip number 1 would be communication<\/strong>. If you are making changes to the golf course, even in areas that are not playable, and having wildlife surveys carried out, communication with members and the local community is vital. Communicate what is happening and when and why the changes or surveys are being carried out. In this context, you should also report on your successes. If your club has achieved credible successes for wildlife and plants, share this with your members and the local community, but also tell the local press. Many of us are aware of the negative perception of golf clubs in relation to nature and sustainability. Your golf club could help to change this by sharing its significant achievements.<\/li>\n<li>This leads to <strong>my next tip<\/strong>, which is to collaborate with local conservation groups and experts. If your work is supported by reputable and well-known organizations, this can help gain local media attention and add credibility to your actions and results. Another reason for involving local wildlife groups and experts is that while greenkeepers, as land managers, often have good knowledge of golf course management that benefits wildlife and plants, support from well-known conservation organizations or knowledgeable local groups can help make more meaningful contributions to conservation that support local species of conservation concern and help you engage in wider landscape-scale initiatives.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tip number 3<\/strong> is to have a written plan that the club as a whole commits to. Very often sustainability and\/or conservation initiatives are set up by one or two dedicated individuals, which can sometimes lead to inconsistencies in implementation and continuity issues. A 5- or 10-year management plan that includes management expertise and timelines can be one way to ensure a clear direction and message to all. Maps as part of this plan can also be a good way of communicating the objectives to different target groups.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-m511opn5-862ec8a725a8acd37d43a780614d191b\">\n.avia-image-container.av-m511opn5-862ec8a725a8acd37d43a780614d191b img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-m511opn5-862ec8a725a8acd37d43a780614d191b .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-m511opn5-862ec8a725a8acd37d43a780614d191b av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '  ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-28637 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-28637 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Marie-Athorn-Open-2022-225x300.jpg\" alt='Portr\u00e4t Dr. Marie Athorn' title='Marie Athorn Open 2022'  height=\"300\" width=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Marie-Athorn-Open-2022-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Marie-Athorn-Open-2022-774x1030.jpg 774w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Marie-Athorn-Open-2022-768x1022.jpg 768w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Marie-Athorn-Open-2022-scaled.jpg 924w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Marie-Athorn-Open-2022-530x705.jpg 530w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-plrwun-a167996bc20a47ba3c3919587b73ccc2 '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p>Brianne Kenny is <strong>Manager of Environmental Solutions at Troon<\/strong>, the world&#8217;s largest golf course management company. The American has a master&#8217;s degree in biology. These are her tips for developing a sustainability strategy:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Catalog the species on the property. Knowing the species present on the property provides good baseline data and can also help prioritize species. Golf course managers don&#8217;t have to do this alone and can search iNaturalist.org for citizen observations or ask local experts (such as bird watchers, arborists, entomologists) to help with cataloging.<\/li>\n<li>If invasive species are found on a property, I recommend prioritizing the control of these species before looking to promote native species. By definition, invasive species are harmful to the environment, the economy or the health of humans, animals and plants. Therefore, I recommend creating a management plan for invasive species to reduce their harm and create suitable conditions for native species to thrive.<\/li>\n<li>This may be an unusual tip, but you should find a mascot for your biodiversity efforts. I learned the value of mascots in my earlier days as a wildlife biologist and zookeeper. They can make a tangible difference when it comes to gaining support for biodiversity projects. People feel connected to a cute species or a species with a compelling story, and that can be the driver for community support. There are many creative ways to use a mascot to communicate biodiversity projects and engage stakeholders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-2o2lsbz-599fd4c2ff91620e05f6acae50bd529b\">\n.avia-image-container.av-2o2lsbz-599fd4c2ff91620e05f6acae50bd529b img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-2o2lsbz-599fd4c2ff91620e05f6acae50bd529b .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-2o2lsbz-599fd4c2ff91620e05f6acae50bd529b av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-7  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '  ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-28670 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-28670 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2019-09-26-10-05-05-971-1-300x225.jpg\" alt='Brianne Kerry' title='2019-09-26-10-05-05-971 (1)'  height=\"225\" width=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2019-09-26-10-05-05-971-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2019-09-26-10-05-05-971-1-1030x773.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2019-09-26-10-05-05-971-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2019-09-26-10-05-05-971-1.jpg 1232w, https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2019-09-26-10-05-05-971-1-705x529.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-m512iuo7-e7d1cd1cb170118588027fbe08bcab7d '  ><div class='avia_textblock' ><p><b>Kate Torgersen, <\/b>founder of<b> Environmental Golf Solutions, <\/b>is involved in the implementation of numerous biodiversity projects in <b>Australia <\/b>. Her tips for golf courses:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Favor native vegetation:<\/strong> Incorporate native plant species into your landscaping. Native plants are well adapted to local conditions, support local wildlife and often require less maintenance and water. This approach not only enhances the ecological value of your space, but also helps to protect native species that are slowly disappearing, helping to preserve biodiversity overall.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Develop green corridors:<\/strong> Create and maintain green corridors within the golf course and connect them to adjacent natural areas. These corridors facilitate the movement of wildlife, promoting a resilient and interconnected ecosystem. Thoughtful planning in this area can greatly enhance biodiversity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Encourage community connections:<\/strong> Use your biodiversity initiatives to engage and connect with the local community. Organize educational programs, volunteer planting days and nature walks to promote awareness and participation. By involving the community, you can create a sense of shared responsibility and pride in the course&#8217;s environmental efforts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-m512jq53-2cb7b0769ddfe95b343503666dae79cc\">\n.avia-image-container.av-m512jq53-2cb7b0769ddfe95b343503666dae79cc img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-m512jq53-2cb7b0769ddfe95b343503666dae79cc .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-m512jq53-2cb7b0769ddfe95b343503666dae79cc av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-9  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock '  ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-28655 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-28655 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/golfsustainable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG_7293-300x225.jpg\" 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