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Fotos: Petra Himmel, Pixabay, Landhaus Stricker, BUDERSAND

Golfurlaub auf Sylt: Erstklassig nachhaltig

Vor Dir steht ein Milchreis, perfekt angerichtet, eine eher übersichtliche Portion. Aber Holger Bodendorf will die Portion genau so, weil er seinen persönlichen Feldzug gegen Lebensmittelabfall führt. „Dafür kann der Gast den Milchreis gerne mehrmals nachbestellen“, begründet er seine Entscheidung gegen üppige, überbordende Speisen.  Der Gast im Landhaus Stricker, dem einzigen von GreenSign zertifizierten Hotel auf der Insel Sylt, lernt die vielfältige Auswahl kleiner Speisen schätzen. Er bestellt vielleicht nach dem Milchreis das Spiegelei, unter dem sich die Krabben perfekt verstecken. Holger Bodendorf, der das Hotel, das zur Relais & Chateaux-Vereinigung gehört, seit dem Jahr 2001 führt, arbeitet an einer konsequenten Nachhaltigkeitsstrategie, an der Verbindung von Luxus und Bodenständigkeit. Und das auf einer Insel, die immer wieder Gefahr läuft dem Overtourismus zum Opfer zu fallen. Schließlich wird Sylt wird jährlich von mehr als 900.000 Gästen besucht.

Holger Bodendorf führt das Landhaus Stricker konsequent nachhaltig (Fotos: Landhaus Stricker)

Sylt – eine nachhaltige Golfdestination? 

Viele von ihnen sind Golfer, aus dem einfachen Grund, weil Sylt sich mit seinen vier 18-Löcher-Plätzen inzwischen den Ruf erarbeitet hat, eine erstklassige deutsche Golf-Destination zu sein. Kurze Wege, hohe Platzqualität, perfektes Naturerlebnis und dazu eine breite Auswahl an Hotellerie- und Gastronomiebetrieben – was will man mehr? Ähnlich wie auf der zweiten Lieblingsinsel der deutschen Golfer, dem spanischen Mallorca, geht es aber auf Sylt inzwischen um mehr als um die permanente Steigerung von Übernachtungszahlen und Umsätzen. Mit dem Siegel Lebenswert – nachhaltiges Sylt hat die Sylt Marketing GmbH eine eigene Initiative ins Leben gerufen, die nachhaltige Beherbungsbetriebe, Gastronomen und Manufakturen bündelt. Bis Ende 2026 stellt die Insel ihr verbindliches Leitbild Kurs Sylt vor, dessen Entwicklungsziel eine Balance aus ökologischer Verantwortung, wirtschaftlicher Tragfähigkeit und sozialer Gerechtigkeit ist.

Der Marine Golf Club Sylt war als erster Club der Insel mit Golf & Natur in Gold zertifiziert (Foto: Marine Golf Club)

Soziale Gerechtigkeit gilt auch für das Personal

Morgens um 7 Uhr am Bahnhof Husum lernt man einen Aspekt der sozialen Gerechtigkeit kennen. Der Zug von Husum nach Westerland auf Sylt ist voll von Menschen, die weitgehend kein Deutsch sprechen und zum Großteil als Angestellte den Dienstleistungssektor der Insel täglich bedienen. Wer über Golftourismus auf Sylt spricht, muss auch das Thema Personal berücksichtigen. Egal ob Hotelpersonal oder Greenkeeper, viele der Angestellten pendeln täglich per Zug auf die Insel, weil die Unterkünfte auf dem Festland anders als auf der Insel noch erschwinglich sind. Soziale Gerechtigkeit bedeutet auch, für all‘ diese Personen vernünftige Arbeitsbedingungen und idealerweise Wohnungen zu liefern. Auch das ist ein Anspruch der neuen Nachhaltigkeitsstrategie der Insel: Um in Zukunft hohe Qualität bieten zu können, muss auch das Personal langfristig vernünftige Arbeitsbedingungen erwarten können. Mitarbeiterwohnungen direkt neben dem Golfplatz Budersand sind ein Beispiel für diesen Ansatz.

Das Restaurant Stroenholt im Hotel BUDERSAND Hotel - Golf & Spa (Fotos: BUDERSAND)

Ressourcenschonende Arbeitsweise

Elemente wie die Nutzung erneuerbarer Energie, energiesparende Beleuchtung, wassersparende Armaturen oder die Nutzung umweltfreundlicher Reinigungsmittel sind in den Hotels, die sich rund um Sylt dem Thema Nachhaltigkeit verschrieben haben, Standard. Christian Matthiesen, Marketing-Experte im Budersand Hotel – Golf & Spa – Sylt, das seinen eigenen Golfplatz direkt vor der Haustür hat, begleitet das Thema Nachhaltigkeit seit der Eröffnung des Resorts im Jahr 2009. Vor allem die Regionalität der Produkte und kurze Wege bei der Anlieferung oder bei der Wäscherei sind ihm wichtig. Immer so, dass die Thematik für den Gast weder erdrückend noch zu offensichtlich ist. Wie im Landhaus Stricker steht auch hier der Luxusurlaub im Mittelpunkt. Der Anspruch, ihn möglichst nachhaltig zu gestalten, ist aber auch bei Details zu erkennen. Exotische Blumen zum Beispiel sind ein No-Go. Ein Gebinde aus Gräsern und Blumen von der Insel ist genauso hübsch.

Bunte Blumenwiesen vor dem Clubhaus des
Im GC Sylt hat man zahlreiche artenreiche Wiesen angelegt, welche die Biodiversität vor Ort fördern (Foto: Petra Himmel)

Finden kann man all‘ diese Blumen in den Roughs der Golfanlagen. Artenreiche Wiesen gehören vor allem im Marine Golf Club und im GC Sylt zu den Vorzeigeprojekten der Golfanlagen. Im Budersand Hotel – Golf & Spa – Sylt, direkt an der Spitze von Hörnum gelegen, ist es der immer wiederkehrende Blick auf imposante Heideflächen, der daran erinnert, dass Golf eben so viel mehr ist als nur ein Spiel auf 18 abgemähten Fairways. Alle drei Golfanlagen bekennen sich seit Jahren durch die Teilnahme an der Umweltzertifizierung des Deutschen Golfverbandes Golf & Natur zu hohen Standards bei Arbeitsrecht, Ressourcenschonung und einem Greenkeeping-Ansatz, der auf gesunde Böden setzt und die Schaffung von Resilienz gegen Graskrankheiten statt des schnellen Einsatzes von Pflanzenschutzmitteln.

In manchen Bereichen der umweltgerechten Betriebsführung ergeben sich dann auch Überschneidungen zwischen Hotels und Golfanlagen. Bei Turnieren auf dem Golfplatz Budersand wird bei der Halfway-Verpflegung konsequent auf Wegwerfgeschirr – auch wenn es recycelbar ist – verzichtet. Stattdessen stehen Porzellanteller und Gläser auf dem Tisch. Das Thema Energie hat man sich im Marine Golf Club vorgenommen. Dort heizt inzwischen eine Wärmepumpe.

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Travel & Sustainability Report 2026

Der Urlauber nimmt diese Details in der Regel kaum wahr. Ihm geht es um das Erlebnis, aber zunehmend eben auch um das Gefühl, bei einer Reise die richtigen Entscheidungen getroffen zu haben. Laut dem Travel & Sustainability Report 2026 von Booking.com im April 2026, der 32.500 Reisende in 35 Märkten untersuchte, ist 85 % der Reisenden nachhaltiges Reisen wichtig oder sehr wichtig. 36% wollen gezielt eine Unterkunft mit Nachhaltigkeitskriterien wählen. Nachhaltigkeit wird demnach mit konkreter Qualität verbunden und mit der Zukunftsfähigkeit eines Urlaubsziels.

Für Holger Bodendorf war neues Denken im Culinary Council der Relais & Chateaux Vereiniggung ein erster Ausgangspunkt. „Wir haben es geschafft, den Bluefin Tunfisch komplett aus den Restaurants zu nehmen und auch den Aal zu schützen“, berichtet er von den Erfolgen. Er selbst ist mit dem Landhaus Stricker Mitglied bei Feinheimisch, einem Verbund von Gastronomen, Hoteliers und Produzenten aus Schleswig Holstein, die konsequent auf Regionalität setzen. Selbst den Teehersteller hat er gewechselt, um bei den Teebeuteln kein Problem mehr mit Single Use Plastic zu haben.

Dabei ist Holger Bodendorf noch längst nicht am Ziel, sein Landhaus Stricker noch besser, bodenständiger und nachhaltiger zu machen. „Das Ding ziehe ich gnadenlos durch und meine Mitarbeiter haben das inzwischen verstanden.“

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Hotels Sylt & Husum

BUDERSAND Hotel – Golf & Spa
Am Kai 3, 25997 Hörnum/Sylt
Tel.: +49 4651 46070
E-Mail: hotel@budersand.de
www.budersand.de

Das BUDERSAND in Hörnum verbindet ein Fünf-Sterne-Hotel mit einem der bekanntesten Golfplätze der Insel. Das Hotel liegt direkt am Golfplatz und bietet Spa, Restaurants und Golfangebote. Hotelgäste erhalten im GC Budersand 20 Prozent Ermäßigung auf die reguläre Greenfee.

LANDHAUS STRICKER
Boy-Nielsen-Straße 10, 25980 Sylt/Tinnum
Tel.: +49 4651 88990
E-Mail: info@landhaus-stricker.de
www.landhaus-stricker.com

Das privat geführte Relais-&-Châteaux-Hotel in Tinnum verbindet individuell gestaltete Zimmer und Suiten mit einem großzügigen Wellnessbereich. Zum Haus gehört neben einem weiteren Restaurant das mit einem Michelin-Stern ausgezeichnete Restaurant Bodendorf’s von Küchenchef Holger Bodendorf. Der Wellnessbereich umfasst unter anderem einen Pool, Saunen und Fitnessmöglichkeiten. Das Hotel verfügt über 38 Zimmer, darunter 17 Zimmer und 21 Suiten.

Die Golfplätze

Golf-Club Sylt e.V.
Norderweg 5, 25996 Wenningstedt
Tel.: +49 4651 9959810
E-Mail: info@golfclubsylt.de
www.golfclubsylt.de

Der nördlichste Golfplatz Deutschlands liegt bei Wenningstedt und bietet einen 18-Loch-Meisterschaftsplatz sowie einen 9-Loch-Platz. Gespielt wird mit Blick auf die Braderuper Heide und den Kampener Leuchtturm. Die Anlage verfügt über eine Driving Range, Golf Academy, Pro Shop und Gastronomie. Der Platz ist durch seine sanften Modellierungen, Wasserhindernisse, Roughs und mehr als 60 Grünbunker abwechslungsreich gestaltet.

Greenfee 2026:
18 Loch: 110 €; in den Sommermonaten 15. Juni bis 15. September zwischen 10 und 15 Uhr 120 €.
9 Loch: 75 €; Sundowner ab 16 Uhr: 70 €.

Marine Golf Club Sylt eG
Flughafen 69, 25980 Sylt/Tinnum
Tel.: +49 4651 927575
E-Mail: info@sylt-golf.de
www.sylt-golf.de

Der Marine Golf Club in Tinnum ist ein 18-Loch-Links-Course auf rund 80 Hektar. Der Platz ist durch die offene, küstennahe Landschaft stark vom Wind geprägt.  Der Marine Golf Club war 2011 die erste Golfanlage Schleswig-Holsteins, die das DGV-Zertifikat Golf & Natur in Gold erhielt.

Greenfee 2026:
18 Loch in der Hauptsaison: 110 €; Nebensaison: 90 €.
Sundowner: 70 € in der Hauptsaison.
Eine Startzeitreservierung ist erforderlich.

Golfclub Budersand Sylt
Fernsicht 1, 25997 Hörnum/Sylt
Tel.: +49 4651 4492710
E-Mail: golf@gc-budersand.de
www.gc-budersand.de

Der Golfclub Budersand ist ein moderner Linkskurs mit 18 Löchern in Hörnum und liegt unmittelbar zwischen Dünen, Heide und Nordsee. Der Platz verfügt über 96 charakteristische Topfbunker; die harten, sandigen Böden sorgen für typische Links-Golfbedingungen mit viel Roll und einem starken Einfluss des Windes.

Greenfee:
In der Hochsaison kostet eine 18-Loch-Runde aktuell bis zu 130 €, abhängig von der Startzeit; Hotelgäste des BUDERSAND erhalten eine Ermäßigung.

Sylter Golf Hopping
Im Zeitraum vom 15. April – 15. Juni und 15. September – 31. Oktober
kann man auf allen drei Plätzen eine 18-Loch Runde spielen und bezahlt dafür insgesamt 269 Euro.

Österreichs Burgenland als Vorreiter bei nachhaltigem Tourismus

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Visibility is so important.We love the Green Thurs Visibility is so important.We love the Green Thursday project of Eco Athletes. A perfect best-practice case for golf associations or clubs. An easy way to start a conversation about sustainability.

Four professional golfers promote a greener game. Camille Chevalier, Celina Sattelkau, Sára Kousková and Patricie Macková have joined the Green Month initiative of  EcoAthletes. The inaugural Green Sports Month is bringing athletes and the wider sports community together to raise awareness and drive climate action.

🟢 Green Thursdays

Throughout the October tournament weeks, the four players will wear green on Thursdays to make climate action visible on the golf course – and encourage fellow LET players to join them. First occasion: Yesterday during the LET tournament in Korea. 

♻️ Plogtober

They will also take part in EcoAthletes’ Plogtober initiative, combining physical activity with litter collection. The idea is simple: get outside, move, pick up waste and use social media to inspire others to do the same.

For golf, this message matters. First of all, sustainability is not only about golf-course management, water, biodiversity or energy. It is also about the people who represent the sport and promote sustainable behaviour. 
Foto: LET/Oliver Brady

#GreenSportsMonth #EcoAthletes #SustainableGolf #greensports #ClimateAction #LadiesEuropeanTour  #Golf #SportForClimateAction #golfsustainable #greensports #womeningolf
Sylt is a high-end hotspot for golf tourists. The Sylt is a high-end hotspot for golf tourists. The island is working on its mission statement, due to be unveiled at the end of the year. One thing is already certain: with the ‘Lebenswert – sustainable Sylt’ seal of approval, the ‘environmentally conscious travel’ segment will play a significant role in it.

But what is the reality? How many hoteliers and golf courses truly stand behind this seal, and how do they put it into practice in their catering, hotel management and greenkeeping? We visited some golf clubs and hotels -  the résumé: 

 💠  Landhaus Stricker, led by Michelin-starred chef and owner Holger Bodendorf, offers the perfect combination of luxury holidays and sustainability. Meticulous attention is paid here to regional supply chains, resource conservation, waste prevention and renewable energy. This ranges from the tea bags at the buffet to membership in the Feinheimisch association. GreenSign certification is the icing on the cake. Perfect choice. 

 💠  The island has four golf courses, three of which have been awarded the highest ‘Gold’ level of the German Golf Association’s ‘Golf and Nature’ certificate. The Marine Golf Club, GC Sylt and the Budersand Resort are therefore the top destinations for golf tourists who like to travel in an environmentally conscious manner. It was a welcome discovery that sustainability is also a major priority at the Budersand Resort with its 5-star hotel. Plastic, at any rate – a real problem at golf resorts, particularly in the catering sector – definitely has no place here.

So what's next? All that remains is to adapt the marketing. Because one thing is clear: right now, Germany’s top island isn’t really associated with sustainable golf tourism in the customer's mind. Sylt is known as a golf destination, but not yet as a sustainable golf destination. Hopefully, that will change in the near future. 

Fotos: Sylt Marketing e.v., Landhaus Stricker, Budersand Hotel - Golf & Spa -Sylt, Marine Golf Club, Petra Himmel 

#sylt #sustainabletravel #tourism #golfsustainable #golftravel #golfholiday #sustainablehotels #golf #golfer
In Japan, abandoned golf courses become solar park In Japan, abandoned golf courses become solar parks - like here in Fukushima, where the EDP Group has converted a 60-hectare golf course into a vast solar park comprising 63,000 solar panels. The plant is expected to generate over 48 GWh of energy annually. 

Japan faces a shortage of space – not only for housing but also for the expansion of renewable energy. In this densely populated and mountainous country, solar project developers are desperately searching for suitable sites. 

In Japan, strict requirements apply to large-scale solar farms: They must have sufficient sunlight, be located a certain distance from residential areas, and have good access to the power grid. Solar farm developers are now finding that former golf courses meet these exact criteria.

From a developer's perspective, a golf course is essentially a ready-to-go power plant that simply hasn’t been connected to the grid yet. The land has already been developed, trees have often been cut down, and the terrain is generally not too hilly or extremely uneven. Added to this are the underground irrigation systems that are still in place. The development work required for solar park operators is minimal.

The case of Japan shows that a golf course can be transformed – sometimes more rapidly than golfers can imagine. 
📷EDP APAC

#golf #golfmanagement #sustainable #solarenergy #golfsustainable #golfcourse
🔥 Burning trolley batteries inside buildings are a 🔥 Burning trolley batteries inside buildings are a real problem at golf courses. That’s why we liked this new product idea.
😄 A solar-powered battery charging station - with no underground wiring and available in custom sizes - solves the problem. The stainless steel frame can be placed anywhere outdoors. The golf club decides how many batteries shall be charged at the same time or how many e-trolleys shall be parked here. Golfers can use them during their drinks or lunch at the clubhouse. 
🤑 Plus: All surfaces can be used for advertising partners, so the charging station can pay for itself. The batteries hide behind the advertising surfaces. 
Great idea: We’re excited to see it on the first courses. 

Link for the full story in the first comment, or have a look at golfsustainable.com

#golf #golfmanagement #golfsustainable #smartideas #golfindustry #solarenergy 

Foto: Alexander Fend
🏌 Golf for the community - an approach that is oft 🏌 Golf for the community - an approach that is often missing in today’s booming American golf market. Starting in December, The Gate Golf Club will provide a counterbalance in the Naples region, which ranks among the top destinations when it comes to private, high-end country clubs. 
 😀 Golf for the community - this is the goal that President Kristina Schmieding is consistently pursuing, with a whole host of supporters from Collier County by her side. Among them is First Tee, which is finally finding a permanent home at The Gate Golf Club.
Social sustainability in golf means creating added value for many. The countdown to The Gate has begun. Good luck with this wonderful initiative.
Fotos: The Gate Golf Club
#TheGateGolfClub #GolfSustainable #NaplesFlorida #NaplesGolf #PublicGolf #GrowTheGame #FirstTee #FloridaGolf #CommunityFirst #GolfLife #InclusiveGolf
🏌️‍♂️💦 Dew might look beautiful and harmless, but 🏌️‍♂️💦 Dew might look beautiful and harmless, but it's actually one of the biggest seasonal challenges for greenkeepers!

Autumn is dew season. When nighttime temperatures drop and humidity rises, a fine film of water forms on the turf. For us golfers, it just means a slower rolling ball—but for the health of the course, it can be a real threat.

👉 Why?
When the turf remains damp for hours, it creates the perfect microclimate for aggressive fungal diseases like the dreaded Dollar Spot. The water on the leaves also draws out sugars and amino acids from the plant—an absolute feast for pathogens.

🌱 The Sustainable Solution:
The magic phrase is: Interrupt leaf wetness! Mechanically removing the dew—through early morning mowing (even with disengaged blades) or dragging hoses and nets—breaks the disease cycle.

Studies confirm it: Regular dew removal drastically reduces Dollar Spot outbreaks and minimizes the need for strictly regulated pesticides. A massive win for both the environment and your playing surface! 🌍💚

💡 Want to dive deeper?
Read the full article featuring exclusive insights from Christian Spring (STRI Group) on golfsustainable.com!
🔗 https://golfsustainable.com/en/dew-and-dollar-spot-strategy/

#GolfSustainable  #Greenkeeping #TurfManagement #SustainableGolf #DollarSpot #GolfCourseMaintenance #GolfAcademy #EcoFriendlyGolf #GolfIndustry #golf
💧 Let’s talk about water management! As water cons 💧 Let’s talk about water management! As water conservation becomes central to golf course design, storage ponds are playing a vital role in securing irrigation for dry periods.

But not all reservoirs are created equal. Depending on space, budget, and ecological goals, there are different ways to store water on a golf course. Here are the main variants:

⛳ 1. The on-course strategic pond
Beautiful, functional, and part of the game! These ponds are integrated into the playing areas. They serve as a strategic hazard and are visually appealing. When designed with shallow-water zones and shoreline planting, they become massive boosters for local biodiversity. 🌿🦆

🚜 2. The engineered "off-course" pond
Built out of sight, these are designed purely for function. They are typically much deeper with a smaller surface area to minimise evaporation. Because they are hidden from players, there's no need to worry about aesthetics.

☀️ 3. Covered ponds
 To stop water from evaporating in the heat, some reservoirs use floating covers like open cisterns. There are also examples for ponds with solar panels—preventing evaporation while simultaneously generating clean electricity for the club! ⚡💧

Whether for strategic gameplay, maximum storage, or clean energy, each variant has its own unique benefits and costs. Keep in mind, that each reservoir is part of the whole water management strategy of the golf club. 

Which solution fits your course best? Read the full breakdown of costs, sizes, and design strategies in our latest article! We talked to golf course designer Thomas Himmel about his recommendations for the construction process. 

Link in first comment

#GolfSustainable #WaterManagement #Greenkeeping #GolfCourseDesign #Sustainability #EcoGolf #Biodiversity #GolfCourseArchitecture #WaterConservation #FutureOfGolf
The Solheim Cup is all about empowering women in s The Solheim Cup is all about empowering women in sports,  a crucial part of social #sustainability 
🌍⛳It has grown into a global media product broadcast in over 170 countries, proving that when women are given a massive platform, they deliver unmatched passion, intensity, and teamwork. 

But this incredible event didn't just appear out of nowhere. We owe a massive debt to a female business pioneer behind the scenes,  Louise Solheim. Alongside her husband Karsten, Louise was the strategic business force behind the PING brand. Together, they guaranteed the sponsorship for the first ten Solheim Cups, laying a rock-solid foundation for the tournament's future. Louise's sharp management and business administration background showed that women in executive roles are essential to the game's growth. 

At Golf Sustainable, we celebrate the women who build the platforms for others to shine. ✨ Enjoy the Solheim Cup!

You want to read more about Female Success Stories in golf: Link to the (German) book in the first comment and in the profile. 

Fotos: Ping, Shutterstock

👇#GolfSustainable #WomenInGolf #SolheimCup #GrowTheGame #SustainableSport #InclusiveGolf #LouiseSolheim#Ping #golf #frauengolf
What does an inclusive golf club really look like? What does an inclusive golf club really look like?

It starts with more than accessible facilities. At Haxterpark in Paderborn, inclusion is part of the club’s DNA – on the course, in the workplace and in everyday club life.

Bunkers are designed to remain a sporting challenge while being accessible to wheelchair users. The course and facilities are designed around accessibility. But perhaps even more importantly, people with disabilities are not simply welcomed as golfers – they are colleagues.

Haxterpark operates as an inclusion business, with people with and without disabilities working side by side in golf administration, greenkeeping, gastronomy and service.

Rafa Lawah is a powerful example. She joined Haxterpark as an employee and discovered golf through her work. Today, she plays regularly and competes internationally.

That is what inclusion can look like when a golf club takes responsibility beyond the tee box: creating a place where people can work, play and participate – without their disability defining their role.

Inclusion is not a special programme. It is about designing the club so that more people can be part of it.

Link for full story in first comment. 

#GolfSustainable #InclusiveGolf #GolfForAll #Inclusion #AccessibleGolf #GolfAndSociety #SustainableGolf #GolfClub #paragolf 

Fotos: Rafa Lawah, Hardt
Learn more about the future of water & golf with o Learn more about the future of water & golf with our four-part webinar series. Water has been a hot topic across the European golfing world. Our new four-part series, ‘Golf & Water’ (in German with subtitles), provides board members, golf managers, association officials and indeed all amateur golfers with a straightforward overview of the topic of #irrigation. Together with the experts from Toro Germany and GC St. Leon-Rot, we aim to ensure that awareness of this issue increases amongst non-greenkeepers within the industry.

Anyone wishing to secure the future of a golf course must give serious consideration to irrigation. Only those with the necessary knowledge can make the right decisions. We look forward to welcoming everyone who wishes to treat themselves to a little further training with the help of these four free webinars.

👉 Golf & Water: Introduction https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPpf4Bnaytg
👉 Golf & Water: Technical basics of irrigation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQ8uVj5rcps
👉 Golf & Water: Most important irrigation tips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3_7oZ5tYmg
👉 Golf & Water: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q43u0eK5ezE 

👉 Mehr insights: Golf Sustainable Akademie: https://golfsustainable.com/golf-sustainable-akademie/

#golf #education #water #irrigation #golfmanagement #TheFutureOfGolf #golfmanagement #golfclub #golf #golfer #golfdeutschland #greenkeeper #wasser #bewässerung
The end and the beginning: Heavy rain at the Husqv The end and the beginning: Heavy rain at the Husqvarna British Masters marks the end of England's extreme drought and the start of a transformation in the Hashtag#golf industry's use of water. But golf clubs have realised this summer - sustainable, efficient water management is necessary for a quality course. We talked to Jim Croxton from British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) about the learnings of this summer. 

The Belfry Hotel & Resort is a positive example of a forward-thinking approach to irrigation. Most of the water for the Brabazon Course is reclaimed water from the hotel. Prioritising watered areas also saves water, carbon emissions, and money.

Conclusion: There are ways to transform golf in a positive way when it comes to the use of water as one of our most important resources. Hopefully every member of a committee or board has learned that this year. 

Full article: https://golfsustainable.com/en/england-drought-british-masters/
#golf #watermanagement#golfsustainable #dpworldtour #husqvarnabritishmasters #thebelfry #greenkeeping #golfer #water #irrigationsystem
How climate-friendly is a golf course – really? 🌍⛳ How climate-friendly is a golf course – really? 🌍⛳

Golf courses can store carbon in their soils. But they also generate CO₂ emissions through mowing, irrigation, energy use and maintenance.

So what is the actual balance?

A new international research initiative is tackling this question. The ITRI “Pathways to a Climate-Positive Future for Golf” project, supported by STERF, The R&A and the USGA, aims to develop a globally applicable methodology for measuring both CO₂ sequestration and emissions on golf courses.

Researcher Robert Kempster of NIBIO explains why this matters: without reliable data, golf clubs cannot know where their emissions come from – or where reductions will have the greatest impact.

Climate, grass species, irrigation, energy sources and even previous land use can all influence the carbon balance of a golf course.

The goal is not simply to make golf courses more resilient to climate change. It is to understand and reduce the emissions that contribute to it.

The key question for golf is no longer just: How do we adapt?
It is also: How much CO₂ do we emit – and how can we reduce it?

Read the full interview with Robert Kempster on Golf Sustainable

Foto: Robert Kempster

#GolfSustainable #GolfAndClimate #CO2 #CarbonEmissions #CarbonFootprint #ClimatePositive #ClimateAction #SustainableGolf #GolfCourses ##Freen#GolfCourseManagement #GolfIndustry #CarbonSequestration #GolfAndNature #Sustainability #ClimateChange #STERF #TheRA #USGA #NIBIO #ITRI
It’s time to talk about #carbon emissions. The sum It’s time to talk about #carbon emissions.
The summer of 2026  was dominated by two words: #adaptation and #resilience. But focusing only on adaptation and resilience misses the root of the problem.

Without reducing #CO₂ and other greenhouse gas emissions — including those generated by the golf industry itself — the costs of adaptation and resilience will continue to rise.

1⃣ At international management, greenkeeping, and golf travel conferences, carbon emissions have received little attention over the last two years.

2⃣ At the golf facility level very few lighthouse projects have begun active ESG reporting and are working toward a net-zero target.

3⃣ In professional golf, the picture is still limited. LIV Golf measures and reports its carbon emissions, as does the WM Phoenix Open. The DP World Tour has calculated emissions for eight events and its headquarters, including Rolex Series events, and has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.

4⃣ In golf equipment, carbon footprints still play only a very limited role in corporate communication and public reporting.

5⃣ And in science, research into the carbon emissions and carbon balance of golf course management remains relatively scarce and fragmented. Earlier studies have examined greenhouse gas emissions from turf management and the energy and carbon footprint of golf course maintenance. But the international evidence base is still limited.

📍 Conclusion:
Carbon emissions are currently receiving far less attention within the golf industry than they need to if golf wants to establish itself as a credible contributor to climate action and environmental protection.

⛳ Let’s talk about carbon emissions:
Starting next week, Golf Sustainable will report on the people, projects, institutions, and companies pushing this issue forward.

We’ll start with an interview with Robert Kempster of NIBIO Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research, Principal Investigator of “Pathways to a climate-positive future for golf.”

It’s time to talk about carbon. If you are driving the topic, send me a DM. 

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🌳 Did you know that perfectly healthy-looking tree 🌳 Did you know that perfectly healthy-looking trees can suddenly drop large branches? It’s called "Summer Branch Drop" , and it's a growing safety issue on golf courses. ⚠️

Record temperatures and long droughts are putting massive stress on trees. But why do healthy branches fall?
☀️ Due to severe heat and a lack of water, the cell pressure inside the tree drops.
📉 This causes the internal tension that stabilises the branches to suddenly disappear.
🔥 Additionally, the breaking strength of wood significantly decreases as temperatures rise.

The tricky part is that these branches can snap completely unexpectedly, even when they are totally healthy and their crowns are full of green leaves. This poses a major safety risk for golfers who might be standing underneath them seeking shade.

**How golf clubs are responding & how you can stay safe:**

* Golf clubs are working closely with arborists and tree experts to conduct regular, detailed tree inspections to ensure player safety.
* Always pay attention to warning signals like sudden cracking or unusual noises coming from the canopy.
* Avoid lingering under trees during extreme heat and prolonged dry spells.
* Pay attention to course communications—some clubs are actively warning members via their websites or may even temporarily close the course during dangerous wind conditions.

Stay safe out on the fairways and respect course warnings! 🏌️‍♂️⛳ Have you ever witnessed a sudden branch drop on your home course? Let us know in the comments! 👇
Images: Frankfurter GC

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Heat can be deadly. Precautions against extreme he Heat can be deadly. Precautions against extreme heat on golf courses are essential, as summers are getting hotter because of climate change. This mist shower, situated in a central position at Golf & Country Club de Bossey in France, is a wonderful idea - and extremely refreshing. 
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It is during crises that it becomes clear where th It is during crises that it becomes clear where the problems lie. The current heatwave and drought are putting golf courses in Central Europe to the test in terms of irrigation management and infrastructure. One thing is clear: the ‘champions’ are those golf courses that have long been investing in modern infrastructure for water collection and irrigation, whilst also taking a strategic approach to site selection, education and new grasses.

Nevertheless, this picture shows that there is still room for improvement to ensure that precisely such a scenario – automatic standard irrigation during rain and hail – does not occur. We spoke to five experts and asked them for their tips on improving irrigation.
Full article on our website https://golfsustainable.com, and the link is in the first comment. 
#greenkeeping #golfsustainable #golf #golfmanagement #sustainablefuture
The AIG Women's Open at Royal Lytham & St. Annes G The AIG Women's Open at Royal Lytham & St. Annes Golf Club demonstrates what top tournament conditions are. Depending on the dry and hot weather the course is presented with hard, fast and running fairways.
A home for reptiles – and so much more. 🦎🌿 Health A home for reptiles – and so much more. 🦎🌿

Healthy ecosystems are built on habitat diversity. At Golf Club St. Leon-Rot, this carefully designed reptile habitat demonstrates how golf courses can provide valuable refuges for wildlife.

Combining natural stone, deadwood and open sandy ground, the site offers ideal conditions for reptiles such as lizards. The stones absorb and retain heat, while the deadwood and crevices provide shelter, nesting opportunities and safe places to overwinter.

These seemingly simple structures also benefit a wide range of insects and other small animals, making them an important part of a connected, biodiverse landscape.

Creating habitats like this is a powerful reminder that sustainable golf course management goes far beyond maintaining playing surfaces—it means making space for nature to thrive.

🌱 Every habitat counts. Every species matters.

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With temperatures reaching 33 degrees, the golf in With temperatures reaching 33 degrees, the golf industry in Central Europe is breaking a sweat. Extreme heat is directly linked to two other issues: customer service and occupational safety. We wanted to know from experts on the subject of heat how this works. Tom Rourke, General Manager at The Els Club in Dubai, deals with extreme heat on a daily basis. He can list a whole range of services that are part of everyday life at The Els Club in Dubai.

1. Early start times as early as 6 a.m. to take advantage of the most pleasant temperatures.
2. Extend the clubhouse’s hours so that breakfast and coffee are available before the first tee time.
3. Additional drinking water and hydration stations throughout the facility.
4. Golf carts equipped with coolers and ice to keep drinks cold throughout the round.
5. USB ports on the golf carts that can be used to power portable fans.
6. Chilled towels provide a small but effective way to cool off during the round.
7. Free ice cream or fresh snacks to cool off quickly.
8. More shaded areas and places to relax, especially at the halfway houses and on the terraces.
9. Player assistants or beverage carts that actively deliver chilled drinks and refreshments onto the course.
#golfindubai #troongolf #golfsustainable #extremeheat #customerservice #golf #golfmanagement #elsclubdubai #dubaigolf 

Fotos: The Els Club Dubai
A crazy idea? Maybe. But now it is a global instit A crazy idea? Maybe. But now it is a global institution in golf: The Amundi Evian Championship

32 years ago, the idea seemed almost impossible. A small Ladies European Tour event on the shores of Lake Geneva. Most industry experts believed the project would fail. Instead, it became one of the greatest success stories in global sports as one of the five majors in women's golf. 

1️⃣ A long-term vision instead of short-term returns
From the very beginning, the ambition was to create a tournament that would still matter decades later. 

2️⃣ Putting athletes before the event
Many tournaments are designed around sponsors. Evian was designed around the players. Exceptional hospitality, attention to every detail, support for caddies, coaches and media created a tournament family. 

3️⃣ Excellence is found in the details
The Amundi Evian Championship is famous for its spectacular setting. Every element contributes to one coherent experience. 

4️⃣ Investing in women's sport before it became fashionable
Long before gender equality became mainstream, Riboud and Bungert believed in the commercial and sporting potential of women's golf. The arrival of Amundi as title partner accelerated that commitment. Prize money has grown from US$4.5 million in 2021 to US$9.1 million in 2026.

5️⃣ Building an ecosystem, not just a tournament
The road to Evian begins long before players reach the major. The Amundi Evian Kids Cup and Juniors Cup introduce the world's best young golfers to the venue.  Haeran Ryu is the perfect example. She won the Evian Juniors Cup in 2015. Eleven years later, she returned to set a new women's major championship scoring record with a brilliant 60 before lifting the trophy. Childhood dreams are connected with professional success.

For me The Amundi Evian Championship has become much more than a golf tournament. It demonstrates what is possible when leadership is guided by vision, consistency, excellence and genuine belief in women.

📷  Philippe Millereau
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⚡️ Can a world-class golf tournament run without d ⚡️ Can a world-class golf tournament run without diesel? The 2026 Genesis Scottish Open is proving that it can.

The DP World Tour is taking one of its biggest steps yet towards decarbonising tournament operations by replacing conventional diesel-powered infrastructure with an integrated renewable energy system at The Renaissance Club.

Here's how it works:

🔋 Two 250 kWh Green Hydrogen Power Units (HPUs), each equipped with an integrated Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), form the heart of the tournament's new energy infrastructure. Positioned between the 1st and 15th holes, they provide reliable power for one of the busiest areas of the championship site.

📺 The hydrogen units supply electricity for the hospitality facilities around the 15th hole, the Genesis Public Lounge, the merchandise area and the large LED video screens—critical infrastructure that has traditionally relied on diesel generators.

☀️ For the first time, the Fan Village's main stage and the merchandise shop are powered entirely by solar energy, demonstrating how temporary event infrastructure can successfully transition to renewable electricity.

🔋 The integrated battery storage balances demand peaks, stores excess renewable energy and ensures a stable electricity supply throughout the tournament while reducing the need for backup generators.

🌍 The impact is measurable:
• Approximately 16,200 kg of CO₂e are saved compared with a conventional diesel-powered energy system.
• Even compared with the tournament's 2025 setup, emissions are expected to be reduced by around 600 kg CO₂e.
• At the point of use, green hydrogen produces zero carbon emissions—its only by-product is water.

The Genesis Scottish Open is demonstrating that renewable energy is no longer a concept for the future—it is ready to power major international sporting events today. 
Foto: DP World Tour

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From groundwater to reclaimed water: Since July 8, From groundwater to reclaimed water: Since July 8, the Evian Golf Resort has been completely self-sufficient when it comes to water management. 

Through a partnership with Danone’s Evian bottling plant, treated industrial water is pumped via a five-kilometer pipeline to the Golf Academy and the golf resort, where it is used for irrigation. 

“We made this decision 18 months ago,” explains Franck Riboud, Honorary President of the Danone Group, which also owns the Evian Golf Resort. “We wanted freedom, and now we have it.” When Riboud speaks of freedom, he is referring to the increasingly strict French regulations governing the use of groundwater for irrigating sports fields. 

By installing a completely closed-loop system—which ensures full self-sufficiency for the golf courses—the golf club is no longer dependent on government regulations.

Fotos: The Amundi Evian Championship /Philippe Millereau, Petra Himmel
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The overall project is called “REUT” (Réutilisation des Eaux Usées Traitées)
At the Amundi Evian Championship meadows create ha At the Amundi Evian Championship meadows create habitats for insects between the playing area. This is the backdrop of hole No. 18.
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