"Since the very beginning, golf and the communities surrounding them have enjoyed a close relationship. Traditionally, courses were the hub of the community, where local people met, socialized, and played. We try to carry that essence through in our designs around the world.
We want to ensure that our projects contribute to local communities in both direct and indirect ways.
Community, or cultural, impact is something that is often overlooked when discussing sustainability, but I think course by course, project by project, it is evident to see the positive impact that golf can have on communities near and far."
"The Ladies European Tour recognises the importance of connecting with local communities and destinations to inspire the next generation of golfers to make a more sustainable future for all.
The LET and our players support sustainable tournament initiatives on site such as junior clinics, beach cleans, planting trees, or players participating in panel talks on important subjects.
We help spread awareness of best practices, so our network can learn from one another and together we can combine our efforts for a better future."
“Through Sustainable Golf Week, Golf Ireland recognises golf is more than just a sport, enriching the lives of people often spanning up to three generations of golfers playing together, and from communities across Ireland.
Golf Ireland strives for golf to be recognised as one of the leading sports in sustainability in Ireland. This is aligned with our ‘Drive the Green’ action plan, in our drive to deliver positive social and environmental impacts.”
“As golf course architects, we have a responsibility to consider every possible impact that golf courses will have when we are designing them, and that includes the local community.
This Sustainable Golf Week, we are encouraging all our members to share stories about how their golf course designs have helped support, grow, and strengthen communities.”