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Minthis Golf Club

Minthis Golf Club

Paphos, Cyprus

Sustainable Golf Pledge

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.

GEO Certified

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.

2019, 2022, 2025, for renewal 2028

Notable Observations

  • Natura 2000 Protected Landscape The course lies within the Koilada Ezousas Special Protection Area, part of the Natura 2000 network, with undisturbed natural habitats integrated across the site.
  • Historic Vineyard and Olive Grove Maintained Traditional vineyards and olive groves linked to the Monastery of Stavros tis Minthis are actively preserved within the course, maintaining cultural landscape continuity.
  • Native Mediterranean Planting Strategy All new planting prioritises native, drought-tolerant Mediterranean species, selected for low water demand, disease resistance, and pollinator value.
  • Wildlife Corridors and Buffer Zones Habitat patches are connected via wildlife corridors, with no-mow buffer zones established around wetlands and water bodies to protect sensitive species.
  • Lake Aeration to Control Algae An aeration sensor has been installed in the irrigation lake, resulting in a verified reduction in algal growth compared to previous inspections.
  • On-Site Turf Nursery and Core Reuse A dedicated bentgrass turf nursery allows cores from greens renovations to be regrown and reused, avoiding imported sand and reducing water and fertiliser demand.
  • Mechanical-First Turf Management Mechanical practices such as aeration, scarification, verti-cutting and dew removal are consistently used as the primary approach, with chemicals applied only when thresholds are exceeded.
  • Multifunctional Public Recreation Hub Beyond golf, the site provides walking trails, mountain bike routes, sports courts, educational centres, playgrounds, and cultural events, supporting wide community use year-round.
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“Over recent years, Minthis Golf Club has diligently safeguarded the integrity of local flora and fauna, maintaining the distinctive character of this protected landscape. Operational practices actively promote environmental protection, sustainable development, and biodiversity enhancement, while staff receive continuous training in environmental awareness. Through careful management and long-term planning, the Club ensures that recreational use harmonises with the preservation of natural habitats.”

Lasda Ourania (GEO accredited independent verifier)
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