Hafnarfjörður, Iceland
We are committed to social and environmental responsibility, in and through golf.
We recognize the importance of playing our part to protect and restore nature, conserve resources, take climate action and strengthen communities.
We will seek to use our reach to raise awareness and positive action amongst golfers, partners and the wider public.
We will make an important difference, and help golf become a valued leader in sustainability.
Through becoming GEO Certified we have achieved the most widely regarded and credible sustainability distinction in golf. The international certification was earned after successfully meeting the industry-standard best practices and demonstrating our commitment to make sustainability of central importance to our golf facility. We're proud of our social and environmental value - and looking forward to doing even more on our sustainability journey.
Certified 2014, 2017, 2024 - 2026, for renewal 2027
Keilir is an exemplary golf facility that demonstrates how multiple mutual benefits for nature and man can be produced while offering a high-quality golf experience, helping to make the town of Hafnarfjördur an attractive town for residents, visitors and as a championship venue. A not-for-profit public golf club, Keilir serves as a custodian of historically significant municipal land, rich in cultural heritage and archaeological remains. Wastewater from nearby heavy industry is used for irrigation and the use of existing buildings is innovative, including facilities for youth seminars and elite performance training. For years, Keilir has been at the forefront of the continued development of Icelandic golf, e.g. in transitioning to clean, renewable energy.
Edwin Roald (GEO accredited independent verifier)
