Golf Sustainability | Environmental Solutions to Keep the Game of Golf Sustainable for Future Golfers
John Failla
32 episodes
5 days ago
On a mission to drive positive change in the golf industry for a greener future!
We focus on advancing the sustainability of both the environment and the game of golf for generations to come through valuable insights, meaningful connections, and inspiring stories.
Join us as we bring together industry leaders and organizations, such as Greg Nathan, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Golf Foundation (NGF), Graeme Beatt, the Course Manager at Royal Portrush Golf Course in Ireland, and Dave Barton, the executive director of the National Alliance for Accessible Golf, united by a shared commitment to the cause.
Tune in to be part of the movement!
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On a mission to drive positive change in the golf industry for a greener future!
We focus on advancing the sustainability of both the environment and the game of golf for generations to come through valuable insights, meaningful connections, and inspiring stories.
Join us as we bring together industry leaders and organizations, such as Greg Nathan, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Golf Foundation (NGF), Graeme Beatt, the Course Manager at Royal Portrush Golf Course in Ireland, and Dave Barton, the executive director of the National Alliance for Accessible Golf, united by a shared commitment to the cause.
Tune in to be part of the movement!
Golf Sustainability | Environmental Solutions to Keep the Game of Golf Sustainable for Future Golfers
30 minutes 49 seconds
1 year ago
Sustainable Golf at Big Cedar Lodge
“We all live downstream” is one of the mottos of Mr. Jonny Morris, the Founder and CEO of Bass Pro Shops.
Bubba Wright lets this motto serve as the north star for everything he does as the Director of Agronomy at Big Cedar Lodge.
Whether it's by reducing its footprint or providing habitats for wildlife, Big Cedar Lodge strives to leave everything better than they found it. They’re achieving this by using organic fertilizers, installing new water systems to conserve water, and making sure their courses are Audubon-certified.
Bubba shares his heart for conservation and passion for cultivating a strong culture in this conversation on the Golf Sustainability podcast.
Topics covered:
Bubba’s career journey to his current role at Big Cedar Lodge [1:20–4:42]
The history of Big Cedar Lodge [4:43–6:31]
The Big Cedar Lodge philosophy around conservation and sustainability [6:32–13:43]
Their relationship with the National Audubon Society and other partners [13:44]
The technology that’s being developed to advance sustainability [19:03]
Getting to know Bubba Wright on a personal level [22:51]
Resources & People Mentioned
The National Audubon Society
John Deere
Rainbird
Environmental Works
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
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Golf Sustainability | Environmental Solutions to Keep the Game of Golf Sustainable for Future Golfers
On a mission to drive positive change in the golf industry for a greener future!
We focus on advancing the sustainability of both the environment and the game of golf for generations to come through valuable insights, meaningful connections, and inspiring stories.
Join us as we bring together industry leaders and organizations, such as Greg Nathan, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Golf Foundation (NGF), Graeme Beatt, the Course Manager at Royal Portrush Golf Course in Ireland, and Dave Barton, the executive director of the National Alliance for Accessible Golf, united by a shared commitment to the cause.
Tune in to be part of the movement!
