IGOLF News
- IGOLF update
News from October 1, 2009 to July 31, 2010
A summary of recent accomplishments
- IGOLF encourages world architects to consider sustainable golf
Paul Sochaczewski speaks to first Dubai Forum on Sustainable Architecture
- Phokeethra Golf Krabi Joins IGOLF Laureate Course program
Krabi course is the first IGOLF laureate in Southern Thailand outside of Phuket island
- "Most Eco-Friendly" course in Vietnam announced
IGOLF Chairman sits on judging panel for Vietnam Golf magazine awards
- IGOLF update
News from March 1 - September 30, 2009
- First IGOLF Environment Tour Event
Some 60 participants at the Golf de Lavaux, Switzerland, an IGOLF Laureate Course, next to Unesco World Heritage vineyards
- Second IGOLF Singapore Golf and Environment Forum
Setting standards of golf excellence for people and nature.
- Orchid Country Club becomes IGOLF’s fourth Laureate Course in Singapore
Club recognized for combining environmental and social responsibility.
- Hornbill Golf and Jungle Club recognized for environmental commitment
Sarawak course first IGOLF Laureate Course in Malaysia.
- APLGI and IGOLF Stage First Indonesian Golf and Environment Forum
60 participants agree need to re-position perception of golf in Indonesia.
- Rancamaya Golf & Country Club certificate presentation.
Rancamaya Golf & Country Club receives IGOLF recognition. Becomes second IGOLF course in Indonesia.
- Golf de Lavaux is the first IGOLF Laureate Course in Switzerland
IGOLF is pleased to announce that Golf de Lavaux has been named the first IGOLF Laureate Course in Switzerland.
- Gassan Khuntan Honored with International Recognition
Gassan Khuntan Golf and Resort became the first golf course in the north of Thailand to be recognized as an IGOLF Laureate Course.
- First IGOLF update
A summary of recent accomplishments
- First IGOLF Singapore Golf and Environment Forum
More than 80 golf managers and superintendents met in Singapore to discuss ways to improve environmental responsibility.
- I Girasoli Golf Club - The first European Laureate Course in Italy
IGOLF is pleased to announce that I Girasoli Golf Club has been named the first IGOLF Laureate Course in Italy.
- New Kuta Golf becomes first IGOLF Laureate Course in Indonesia
The course, located in an arid region of Bali, has taken several steps to reduce the impact on the natural water table.
- AUM Business Creations joins IGOLF Corporate Advisory Council
Singapore-based company developed innovative way to turn organic waste into fertilizer and LPG; predicts significant savings
- TEHC joins IGOLF Corporate Advisory Council
Singapore-based company a leader in environmentally-friendly golf course construction
- The Manila Southwoods becomes first IGOLF Laureate Course in the Philippines
Course is a leader in environmental responsibility; ISO certified
- AGCOA joins IGOLF Partnership Council
Singapore-based organization provides links to some 2,000 golf clubs in Asia
- Thai Country Club joins IGOLF Laureate Course program
Club cited for overall excellence, including innovative community programs; Board present for ceremony
- Guidelines for biodiversity on golf courses available on IGOLF website
Publication is a basic reference for courses
- Tourism Authority of Thailand Joins IGOLF Corporate Advisory Council
Three Phuket courses recognized for excellence in environment and social sectors.
- Loch Palm and Red Mountain join IGOLF Laureate Course program
Courses recognized for “restoration ecology”.
- Laguna Phuket Golf Club joins IGOLF Laureate Course program
Course recognized for excellence in environment and social sectors.
- Two Singapore courses join IGOLF Laureate Course program
Kranji Sanctuary Golf Course and SAFRA Resort became the first courses in Singapore accepted into IGOLF's Laureate Course Program.
- IGOLF's First Laureate Course
The Bangkok Golf Club, course located just outside the Thai capital, became IGOLF’s first laureate course.