Twice a year -- more often if you have long-haired pets -- unplug your refrigerator and vacuum the coils in the back or underneath. Dirt and dust on the coils greatly reduces efficiency.

 


 
Audubon Lifestyles Sustainable Golf Facility Program
The basic objective of the Audubon Lifestyles Sustainable Golf Facility Program is to reduce the consumption of non-renewable resources, minimize waste, create healthy, productive environments, and inform the public, residents, guests, clients and employees about the benefits of sustainably managed golf facilities. Audubon Certified


Through participation in the program, Audubon Lifestyles assists golf facility managers, staff, and planners who desire to manage and operate their golf facilities sustainably. The program is geared toward assisting those seeking to become local, regional, national and international models of sustainability by incorporating sustainable principles, concepts, and management strategies.


Once a facility meets all of the requirements of the program Audubon Lifestyles will issue Certification on the entire golf facility.  Afterwhich, based upon an evaluation process and the results of the optional Sustainability Audit the facility may be awarded between one and five stars, and earn the right to use the International Sustainability Council’s Seal of Sustainability. 

   

"I think the Audubon Lifestyles Sustainable Golf Facility Program is a great program for golf courses. Your program allows golf courses around the world to make a concerted effort to become more environmentally aware.  Overall, this lays the groundwork to enhance the image of golf course maintenance, and show that we too are concerned about the environment while we strive for great playing conditions for our members/customers.  This was one of the reasons I wanted to be involved with the ISC. What a great way to start the new year!!"
  - Justin Ruiz, The Rim Golf Club, Payson, Arizona 

  

"The Audubon Lifestyles Sustainable Golf Facility Program is right on target, and very timely for the integration of sustainable management for various turf areas."  
  - Robert Carrow, University of Georgia  

 

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The Definition of a Sustainable Golf Facility: 
"A sustainable golf facility is an economically sound business that provides safe, healthy and enjoyable environments for all employees, members, visitors, and guests.  A sustainable golf facility is sited, designed, and constructed in ways that enhance the local community, and reduce or eliminate its impact on natural resources.  It is managed in ways that provide balance between optimum playing conditions for golfers, and good stewardship of the natural environment. Management strategies are based upon scientifically sound site specific best practices that improve the quality of all life on the site, regionally, and beyond. Through outreach and education a sustainable golf facility is a champion and advocate of sustainability."

This definition was developed over a period of months by the
Audubon Lifestyles Sustainable Golf Advisory Group with input from the International Sustainability Council.

       

The Audubon Lifestyles Golf Facility Program was created and continues to be modified through a collaborative process that involves experts in the fields of golf facility management, wildlife management, general sustainability, and other specialized disciplines. Audubon Lifestyles would like to thank the The Audubon Lifestyles Sustainable Golf Facility Program Advisory Group for participating as advisors to the Audubon Lifestyles Sustainable Golf Facility Program.  Without their support, the program would not be as comprehensive as it is.  

        

HOW TO GET YOUR GOLF FACILITY CERTIFIED BY AUDUBON LIFESTYLES 

Step 1: Become a ISC/Audubon Lifestyles Platinum Member

Step 2: (OPTIONAL) Use The Golf Facility Self Assessment Guide

Step 3: Complete and Submit the Natural Resourses & Golf Facility Survey

Step 4: Complete and Sumbit the Requirements of The Sustainable Golf Facility Workbook

Step 5: (OPTIONAL TO GET RATED) Submit the The Audubon Lifestyles Golf Facility Program Audit

           

      

PROGRAM PRESS RELEASES
Strategic Partners & Pilot Members Sought for AL Sustainable Golf Facility Program

Audubon Lifestyles has Launched its Sustainable Golf Facility Program

Read Letter of support from the American Society of Golf Course Architects

Read Letter of support from Golfpreserves

       

      

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Audubon Lifestlyes Sustainable Golf Facility Program - Brochure

Audubon Lifestyles Sustainable Golf Facility Program - Overview

Audubon Lifestyles Sustainable Golf Facility Program - FAQ's

   

    

      

    

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