Transport accounts for nearly one-quarter of global energy-related CO2 emissions. The top three carbon footprint creators are cruise ships, short-haul flights, and diesel cars. I found a study that claims "Tourism is responsible for roughly 8% of the world’s carbon…
I am very happy to share with you that another golf club, the Portmarnock Golf Club is investing in cleaner, energy-efficient technology, and equipment to become carbon natural. To tackle climate change, carbon neutrality is a proven strategy…
Who will be the first carbon-neutral golf club: London Golf Club (UK) or Sentosa Golf Club (Singapore)? Regardless, who will be the winner, we have to look at sustainability as a matter of value creation, not value preservation.…
The future may not just be around the corner—it may already be here. Sustainability is now a critical issue for the textile industry, with the clothing sector being one of the world's most significant contributors to environmental degradation.…
I hope sustainability will evolve beyond being just a buzzword, unlike the word "tech," which is frequently combined with other words (e.g., FinTech, HRtech, MarTech, etc.). I believe that sustainability should encompass a deeper meaning and play a…
On June 23, 1988, a NASA scientist's testimony significantly expanded global awareness of climate change. Concurrently, businesses began recognizing environmentalism as a marketable attribute. Coincidentally, this period marked the inception of the term "greenwashing." This was important to…
Natural fibers are recognized as being more environmentally preferable. Like other industries, the golf apparel sector grapples with the issue of "greenwashing," presenting a challenge for consumers in identifying authentically sustainable alternatives amid ostensibly eco-friendly claims by companies.…
Would you believe that between 35-50% of the world’s mangrove forests were lost between 1980-2000? The Rainforest Trust makes that claim. It is worth knowing that mangrove forests provide ideal habitats for fish, crustaceans, and other organisms seeking…
St Andrews Links Trust won the prestigious Best Sustainability Project at the Scottish Golf Tourism Awards in association with Luxe Scot in recognition of its outstanding work in driving sustainability and climate action. Sustainable golf featured prominently at…
To all Wilson Staff fans and those who are struggling with their game, this message is for you. Wilson Golf will launch its new Wilson Staff ZM Wedges on April 2. The new wedges have been available for…
On Friday, I wrote about using artificial intelligence in product development. Here is another example of how this technology can help create even better golf clubs. Because the Wilson Golf AI technology system played a significant role in…
Last December, when I introduced you to Wilson FIT AI, I emphasized that golf equipment manufacturers are to focus on buying outcomes and not just on technology. In the case of PING, the marketer tries to simplify the…
The Toro Company continues to uphold its pledge to promote sustainability in golf as it extends its strategic partnership with the GEO Sustainable Golf Foundation for another decade. For years, The Toro Company has been an inspiration in…
Wilson Golf has reimagined its premium Staff Model Iron franchise, introducing a modern iteration of the classic Blades and a new CB iron crafted for elite players and golfing enthusiasts alike. Wilson Golf now offers two irons that…
In 2024, the discourse surrounding sustainability is witnessing an upsurge in the recognition of the significance of biodiversity and nature-positivity. Consequently, golf clubs are expected to establish nature-related targets and publicly disclose the progress made in this area.…
Just yesterday, I wrote about the new TaylorMade Qi10 driver that TaylorMade Golf set a record by achieving an MOI of 10,000 g-cm² (10K). This is pretty amazing if you ask me! Guess what I found this morning!…
TaylorMade has revolutionized the way we think about drivers by introducing a major innovation in the past two years. They have significantly increased the use of carbon fiber material in their drivers, which has made them stand out…
The green hydrogen is believed to be the "cleanest" method of producing hydrogen. Many countries have set themselves the goal of decarbonizing completely by 2050. Decarbonizing hydrogen and creating green hydrogen is key to achieving this. Unfortunately - at this…
It is perhaps not an exaggeration to say that anyone who takes themselves seriously will not develop a golf club, golf resort, or golf course without sustainability as a top priority in 2023 and the coming years. For…
It is becoming increasingly common to hear about golf clubs achieving GEO Certified status, but we hear very little about golf tournaments achieving the same GEO Certified Tournament status. Why have only 18 international golf tournaments - Hero…