52 entries: plastic

Puma Golf PROADAPT ALPHACAT spikeless golf shoes Rickie Fowler

Will Puma Golf’s PROADAPT ALPHACAT be able to challenge ECCO Golf?

By: 2022. 02. 23.

My feet are really grateful to my ECCO Golf Biom golf shoes. I shared this with you because I see Puma Golf’s new PROADAPT ALPHACAT spikeless golf shoes are challenging ECCO Golf. The question is whether Puma Golf…

Wilson Triad golf ball-Manolo-PHX-Photoshoot-0170

Attack pins with confidence with the new Wilson Triad golf balls!

By: 2022. 01. 24.

I found a good reason for you why to visit the PGA Show in Orlando this week. Wilson Golf is launching its most technically advanced golf ball the Wilson Triad (RRP of $39.99 / dozen) on February 15th.…

Reflo-campaign-9

How does Reflo make sustainable golf apparel?

By: 2022. 01. 03.

A couple of years ago, I asked (among others) Kristin Hinze, the Global Head of Merchandising at Puma Golf, when golf clothing will be environmentally friendly and sustainable. I just met Reflo sportswear manufacturer who manufactures sustainable &…

Portmarnock Golf Club 18th hole Blue

Will Portmarnock Golf Club be able to become carbon neutral?

By: 2021. 11. 29.

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…

Al Hamra Golf Club 3rd Hole

The European Tour has chosen Al Hamra Golf Club to host one of its tournaments

By: 2021. 10. 25.

Last time I was able to tell you that the Al Hamra Golf Club (managed by Troon International) became the first golf club in the entire Middle East region to go fully plastic-free. The Al Hamra Golf Club’s next big…

Roganstown Hotel & Country Club the main building

Who is helping Roganstown Hotel & Country Club become sustainable?

By: 2021. 08. 25.

Before I share with you GreenClub’s latest new business win (Roganstown Hotel & Country Club) let's see what are the top sustainability trends in 2021. I see the following 5 sustainability trends golf clubs should follow: Decarbonisation of…

Puma Golf SNACK SHACK collection mix

Why has the Puma Golf SNACK SHACK collection become so restrained?

By: 2021. 07. 20.

I was already getting used to the bold and innovative style of Puma Golf when I saw the new SNACK SHACK collection. Maybe the PUMA Golf x Arnold Palmer Collection is similarly restrained. Let's take a closer look at…

Las Colinas Golf Country Club WOW Beach

What has Las Colinas Golf & Country Club achieved in 10 years?

By: 2021. 07. 13.

I had been to Las Colinas Golf & Country Club (managed by Troon) on a FAM trip in 2018. I can still remember the challenging, Cabell B. Robinson-designed golf course. Jon Brook (Director of Golf & Sports) gave…

Greater Flamingo at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club-final

Are you impressed by Saadiyat Beach Golf Club’s sustainability efforts?

By: 2021. 06. 08.

It is good to see businesses among them golf clubs like Saadiyat Beach Golf Club are prioritizing sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). A recent Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week study found 87% of executives said improving ESG…

PGA National Czech Republic - Sustainability.infographic

What are the achievements of the PGA National Czech Republic in sustainability?

By: 2021. 04. 29.

It has been almost a year since I was able to participate in the official launch of the PGA National Czech Republic. I had already heard then about the participation of the PGA National Czech Republic in the OnCourse…

Jack Nicklaus Design Confirmed For Qiddiya

Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course in Qiddiya is a dream?

By: 2021. 02. 05.

Two years ago, I wrote Saudi Arabia is diversifying its economy by moving away from oil. To achieve this, the Saudi government launched the Quality of Life Program. They are planning to invest 130 billion riyals (1 riyal =…

Troon Abu Dhabi Gazelle at Saadiyat

5 best practices to consider for golf club leaders

By: Francisco de Lancastre David - Cluster GM, Troon Abu Dhabi 2020. 10. 12.

A year ago, I asked Francisco de Lancastre David as the new cluster general manager of Troon Abu Dhabi (=Yas Links Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Golf Club, and Saadiyat Beach Golf Club) about his future plans in the new position.…

Titleist Tour Speed golf ball on the tee

How fast can the new Titleist Tour Speed golf ball be?

By: 2020. 08. 07.

Do you remember when I wrote about the new Titleist EXP01 golf ball concept in November 2019? It was a prototype created during the development process for what has now become the Titleist Tour Speed golf ball. The new Titleist…

Ocean Tee Bamboo golf tee close look

Prince’s Golf Club: With the advantages of bamboo for sustainability

By: 2020. 02. 24.

Last year I talked about possible materials that could be used to replace plastic in our tees (e.g. liquid wood, bagasse, bioplastics, etc.). Now I discovered a new, suitable material for this purpose: the bamboo. Bamboo is probably…

New branded water bottles at Abu Dhabi Golf Club, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club and Yas Links

Abu Dhabi’s trio of golf clubs are all for one: sustainability

By: 2020. 02. 06.

I know it is not a totally new idea to replace plastic bottles with aluminium bottles. However, I welcome every effort that serves to improve the sustainability of the game and the golf club itself. In November, I…

SO Sotogrande Resort & Spa

Where will be the 1st SO/ Hotel in Spain?

By: 2020. 01. 15.

We can say good-bye soon to Almenara Hotel at Sotogrande. The Sotogrande SA has agreed with Accor’s luxury, lifestyle brand SO/ Hotels & Resorts to launch the brand's 1st hotel in Spain. This will be the 8th SO/…

BGL-Abbey Hill Golf Centre-photo by Andy Hiseman-2

Abbey Hill Golf Centre remains committed to sustainability

By: 2019. 12. 02.

Abbey Hill Golf Centre, a Burhill Golf and Leisure (BGL) venue in Milton Keynes has successfully achieved GEO Certified status for another 3 years. Tony Hanson, a GEO accredited Independent Verifier, commented in the report: The management at…

Villas at Renaissance - the nearby golf course

Are Villas at Renaissance just pretending to be a luxurious accommodation?

By: 2019. 11. 22.

The Villas at Renaissance have just completed in Autumn 2019. They are two new exclusive-use luxury holiday homes, overlooking the 2020 Scottish Opens venue, The Renaissance Club. The Villas at Renaissance are located near to the seaside towns…

Nine Bridges GEO Certified for the 3rd time 2019

Nine Bridges has earned to be a GEO Certified golf club

By: 2019. 11. 06.

You might say that the achievement of Nine Bridges is nothing special. However, if I put in contact then you very likely to change your mind. Today there are 538 golf clubs in South Korea. Out of this…

Alexander Aisenbrey Öschberghof

What motivated Öschberghof’s 60M Euro investment?

By: 2019. 10. 14.

I had the impression that you enjoyed my review of the German Öschberghof. Hence, I thought to interview Alexander Aisenbrey, the Managing Director of Öschberghof. What trends and insights motivated the 60 million Euro upgrade of Öschberghof? Due…