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Environmental issues

Golf courses play a vital role in preserving our natural environment.

All the GTC representative bodies play a vital role in promoting best practice. Employers and greenkeepers have support through training and often free expert advice to develop a practical policy document to ensure members and visitors enjoy their golf and at the same time enjoy the flora and fauna.

Gold course landscape shot  

Organisations such as the Scottish Golf Environment Group (SGEG), supported by the Scottish Golf Union and Golf Environment Organisation (GEO) carry out environmental visits to golf courses in Scotland. The Sports Turf Research Institute (STRI) carry out visits to golf courses in England and Wales with funding support from the English Golf Union and the Golf Union of Wales. Experts share their knowledge and experience with golf club owners, officers and Course Managers.

Check out our links to the experts.

The Golf Course Environment Awards

The winners of the new Golf Course Environment Awards have been announced by the STRI.

For further information visit http://www.golfenvironmentawards.com/

In this section...

  • Partners for the environment
  • Code of practice for the safe use of pesticides
  • Golf course management for the benefit of butterflies and moths

GTC is supported by:

BIGGAEnglish Golf UnionGolf Union of WalesEuropean TourR&AScottish Golf Union