Amsterdamse Golf Club
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GEO Certified™ 11/2011
Amsterdamse Golf Club
Bauduinlaan 35
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands,
1047 HKTelephone: +31(0)20 4977866
The history of this golf course dates back to 1934 when the Amsterdam Golf Club had a course on the southeastern edge of town. However, this course had to be relocated due to the construction of a railway. The new location was an arable plot of 150 acres in the Houtrak Polder, just west of Amsterdam, which was in use by the AGC since 1990. The Houtrak Polder was created after drainage of the IJ (bay) in 1873 and was very suitable for agriculture because of its fertile clay. Today, the course has the character of a parkland course with plenty of open water and fine sight lines. The course is...
Paul van Kan, GEOSA, Accredited Verifier
GEO Certified™ Report
Publication of this report confirms that Amsterdamse Golf Club has been assessed against the GEO OnCourse™ Evaluation Criteria and awarded the GEO Certified™ ecolabel.
Each section of this report describes the sustainable golf course management activities being undertaken by the management team at Amsterdamse Golf Club, across the following areas:
Landscape & Ecosystems; Water; Energy & Resources; Products & Supply Chains; Environmental Quality and People & Communities.
Facility Details
Amsterdamse Golf Club is a private golf facility comprising:
Courses
- main (18 holes, 6197 Yards, Year of opening: 1990)
- par 3 (6 holes, 460 Yards, Year of opening: 2004)
Clubhouses
- Amsterdamse, Year of opening: 1990
Maintenance Facilities
- GCM Amsterdamse
Other
- Pro Shop
- Facilities
- Halfway House
- On Course WC
Landscape & Ecosystems
The Golf course of the Amsterdamse Golf Club was developed in the eighties on the clay soil of the then called Buiten IJ and has been completed over the years as a true park course. Many water ponds, bushes and solitaire trees result in beautiful sceneries throughout he course. All the holes have their specific character and own identity by well placed bunkers, ponds and several sloping areas in the course. Outside the fairways the course is covered by natural rough. Several water ponds have been developed over the years and show to be very suitable for amfibic lifeforms.
The golf course and main buildings are on the Westside from the Baduinlaan while the driving range and car parking area are East from same raod. The total area is 59 ha.
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De golfbaan van de Amsterdamse Golf Club is eind jaren tachtig aangelegd op de zeeklei van het voormalige Buiten IJ en heeft zich in de loop der jaren ontwikkeld tot een echte parkbaan. Hij wordt gekarakteriseerd door veel waterpartijen, bosjes en solitaire bomen met fraaie doorzichten door de baan. Specifiek geplaatste bunkers en glooiende heuvels door en tussen de fairways geven de verschillende holes een eigen identiteit. Ruigten met natuurontwikkeling bevinden zich in die delen van de baan, die buiten het spel liggen en in de zgn. carry's. Afgelopen jaren zijn er diverse poelen aangelegd die uitermate geschikt zijn voor de voortplanting van amfibieën.
Het gebied wordt doorsneden door de Bauduinlaan, met aan de westzijde de wedstrijdbaan, clubhuis en werkplaats en aan de oostzijde de oefenfaciliteiten met parkeerplaats. Het totale gebied is ca. 60 ha.
Consultation & Surveys
Amsterdamse Golf Club consults the following organizations regarding landscape heritage conservation:
- Jol Golf Design, Gerard Jol
- NLadviseurs, Arnhem, NL
The following landscape assessments and surveys have been undertaken at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| Gezonde beplanting op de Amsterdamse Golf Club | Theo Berkhout | 2004-12-16 | |
| Natuurlijk waarderen | Sander Hoogland | 2008-12-10 | |
| Natuurbeheer Plan Amsterdamse Golf Club | Berkhout, Hoogland, Hamelink | 2010-10-01 | |
| Nulmeting 2011 IPC de groene ruimte | Casper Paulussen | 2011-09-20 | |
| Baanbeheerplan Amsterdamse Golf Club | Gert Kuit / Dirk Jan Blikkendaal | 1970-01-01 | |
| Gebiedsscan | NL Adviseurs | 2011-01-01 | |
| Title | Author | Date | View Document |
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Amsterdamse Golf Club consults the following organizations regarding ecosystem protection and enhancement:
- NLadviseurs, Arnhem
No ecological surveys have been undertaken at Amsterdamse Golf Club.
Rare, protected and notable species occurring at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| Rugstreeppad | Bufo calamita |
| Boerenzwaluw | Hirundo rustica ssp. rustica |
| Groene specht | Picus viridis ssp. viridis |
| Oeverloper | Tringa hypoleucos |
| Huiszwaluw | Delichon urbica ssp. urbica |
| Koekoek | Cuculus canorus ssp. canorus |
| Nachtegaal | Luscinia megarhynchos ssp. megarhynchos |
Amsterdamse Golf Club does not monitor any species as indicators of environmental quality.
Habitats & Designations
Amsterdamse Golf Club features the following landscape designations:
| Rijksbufferzone | National Government |
| status of Landgoed | National Government |
Area of habitats / vegetation types, and associated designations at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| Rough 'ecological' grassland | 2 | Self Appointed |
| Scrub Vegetation | 2 | Self Appointed |
| Non Native Plantation Woodland | 6 | N/A |
| Wetlands | 1 | N/A |
| Open Water Features | 5 | N/A |
Turfgrass
Size and estimated species composition of amenity turfgrass maintained at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| Area (Acres) | Turfgrass Species | Sward Composition | |
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| Greens | 1.2 | Festuca rubra | 40 % |
| Agrostis tenuis | 40 % | ||
| Tees | 1 | Festuca rubra | 50 % |
| Lolium perenne | 30 % | ||
| Fairways | 13 | Festuca rubra | 30 % |
| Lolium perenne | 40 % | ||
| Semi-Rough | 5 | Festuca rubra | 80 % |
| Poa annua | 20 % | ||
| Rough | 10 | Festuca rubra | 60 % |
| Poa annua | 40 % | ||
These turfgrasses are optimal for the circumstances at Amsterdamse Golf Club because:
Due to the condition of our soil (clay, high humidity) and the mowing requirements these turfgrasses suit us best.
Amsterdamse Golf Club assesses mowing patterns:
Every 1 Months
Amsterdamse Golf Club consults the following individuals / organizations regarding its grassing plan:
- Jan van Mondfrans
- STRI, Stephen Baker
- Heigo, Peter Goossens
- IPC de groene ruimte, Casper Paulussen
- Jol Golf Design, Gerard Jol
Amsterdamse Golf Club is making the following efforts to manage the playing quality expectations of customers:
| Establishing clear internal policies for irrigation, fertilization, colour, cutting heights, overseeding etc | In the "Baanbeheerplan 2008/2011" and "Nulmeting 2011" one can find detailed descriptions of all aspects of greenkeeping and golfcourse management. These publications are available to all club members. |
| Improving customer understanding around greens maintenance |
Information to club members through the Club magazine and through the website and email with a.o. newsletters to our members. |
| Demonstrating the direct relationship between environmental best practice and year round high quality playing surfaces | Please see the Club website, the Committed to Green section "de Golftechnische Beschrijving". |
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Conservation & Enhancement
Amsterdamse Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to conserve and enhance landscape character:
| Allowing seasonal variation of course colouration and texture | The Greencommittee and Headgreenkeeper are constantly working together with the Golfcoursearchitect/adviser Gerard Jol and "Flora en Fauna commissie" to improve the outlook of the course, with special attention to the areas outside the regular playing area. |
| Appropriately matching mowing lines to contours | Yearly review of the mowing paterns by Greencommittee/Headgreenkeeper with the Golfcoursearchitect. |
| Discreet on-course signage and furniture | It is the policy of the Greencommittee to keep all man-made additions to the course (signage, washers, furniture, shelters, etc.) to a minumum and to use durable and natural materials as much as possible. |
| Conservation of specimin trees |
Every winter the whole course is screened how we can improve the conditions for growing the best, beautiful and longlasting trees. |
| Screening and softening unsightly man-made features |
For example the irrigation pumphouse near the pond between the holes 1 and 18 has been surrounded by screening, covered with appropriate plants. Other man-made objects are painted or constructed to blend in as much as possible with the surrounding area. |
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Amsterdamse Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to improve the landscape ecology of the golf course:
| Minimizing the amount of amenity grass | The policy is to introduce goodlooking healthy roughgrass as much as possible outside the regular playing surfaces. |
| Increasing the size of habitat patches | In several places (hole 3, hole 7/8, hole 9, hole 14) we have created wetland areas (ponds) with the appropriate vegetation surrounding these areas. |
| Improving and diversifying habitat edges | In cooperation with the architect and the "flora en fauna commissie" we are in a continuous process of improving these areas by sanding, topdressing, weeds removal, etc. |
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Amsterdamse Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to improve the quality of habitats on the golf course:
| Creation of botanically rich rough grassland | In several mounds and areas outside the fairways and mowed (semi-)rough we are working on altering the topsoil and vegetation by adding a thick layer of sand (2 inches) and reseeding with festuca (rough species). |
| Promoting species and structually diverse woodlands |
Until last year (2010) all grasslands were sprayed (MCPA, Primstar) against weeds, etc. At the start of this year we only sprayed the fairways, tees and greens. In all other areas weeds removal is on a selective base, only by mowing. |
| Maintenance of an appropriate balance of open water and aquatic vegetation |
The ponds and waterways are cleared yearly (partially) to ensure proper drainage of the golf course. One-third of the reeds is removed in wintertime. All this is done in cooperation with the "flora en fauna commissie" |
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Amsterdamse Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to conserve and enhance biodiversity on the golf course:
| Provision of nesting and nectar for pollinators | In cooperation with the "Flora en Fauna Commissie" we have placed a number of nesting spaces for birds of prey. There is also a nesting space for stork family. In three specific locations there are plants/flowerbeds for pollinators. |
| Installation of nest boxes |
Several nest boxes throughout the course have been installed. Consulting with "Flora en Fauna Commissie". |
| Creation of micro-habitats (eg log and stone piles) |
Consulting with "Flora en Fauna Commissie". Throughout all wooded areas we have created log piles. These are renewed and enlarged every winter. |
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Water
Water use at the AGC is related to 2 main activities, which are sprinkling of the golf course and domestic use. Regarding the latter domestic tapwater is used for all the buildings, while irrigation through sprinkler heads is done with groundwater, In summer time groundwater is also used for machine cleaning.
The greens and tees are sprinkled regularly. The fairways only in very dry wheather conditions, when needed.
The irrigtion system is fully computerized and optimized as needed and all consumptions are measured.
The domestic water use can be broken down in clubhouse (i.e. showers, kitchen use and sanitary.
machinelstorage room, green keepers room and the office room use water for cleaning, showering and sanitary.
In the house of the caddymaster and the building at hole 10 we use domestic tap water. Furthermore there are 2 water taps on the course
Sources & Consumption
The following water audits have been undertaken at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| Milieuzorgadvies Amsterdamse Golf Club | D. Bol | 2002-10-02 | |
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The water used at Amsterdamse Golf Club is drawn from the following sources:
| 2010 | Sources | % of supply | Total Consumption |
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| Clubhouse | Public / Potable | 100 | 1,011,000 Gallons |
| Golf Course | Surface | 100 | 24,040,000 Gallons |
| Maintenance Facility | Surface | 75 | 400,000 Gallons |
| Public / Potable | 25 |
| 2009 | Sources | % of supply | Total Consumption |
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| Clubhouse | Public / Potable | 100 | 1,251,000 Gallons |
| Golf Course | Surface | 100 | 26,232,000 Gallons |
| Maintenance Facility | Surface | 100 | 400,000 Gallons |
| 2008 | Sources | % of supply | Total Consumption |
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| Clubhouse | Public / Potable | 100 | 963,000 Gallons |
| Golf Course | Surface | 100 | 14,632,000 Gallons |
| Maintenance Facility | Surface | 100 | 300,000 Gallons |
Irrigation & Efficiency
The following areas receive irrigation at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| Greens | Daily |
| Tees | Daily |
| Fairways | Monthly |
| Semi-Rough | Never |
| Rough | Never |
The irrigation system at Amsterdamse Golf Club is:
Fully computer controlled
Serviced every one Years
Re-calibrated and checked for efficient application every one Months
Amsterdamse Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to maximize irrigation efficiency:
| Selection of grass species | We are in the process of reintroducing festuca to fairways, tees and greens to minimize water consumption. Due to our soil conditions this is a slow process. |
| Soil decompaction and thatch management | On a regular basis we are applying techniques to improve the topsoil: vertical mowing, verticutting, slitting, vertidraining, thaych removal. On the greens and tees more often than on the fairways. The procedures and frequencies are described in "Baanbeheerplan" and "Nulmeting". |
| Timing and dose of water application | Fairways are irrigated only in periods of severe lack of precipitation and and after application of fertilizer (when there is no rain). Greens and tees are irrigated during the growing season, taking into account the precipitation. Soil moisture levels are closely measured with a Theta Probe. |
| Analysis of soil moisture | Greens only, done on a weekly basis, using the Theta Probe. |
| Incorporation of evapotranspiration rates and weather data | Are taken into account. |
| Use of wetting agents |
So far only on greens. We use Revolution. |
| Targeting of sprinkler heads |
With the start-up of the system in March all sprinklers are checked for working condition and area covered. During summer this is monitored on a regular basis. |
| Adoption of cutting edge nozzle technology | Use of up-to-date modern equipment / good practice, using PE tubing. |
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Amsterdamse Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to conserve / reduce / minimise water consumption:
| Use of efficient shower technology | Water saving shower heads and thermostat taps. |
| Repairing leaks | Looked after by the "Gebouwencommissie". |
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Energy & Resources
The energy use at the AGC is considerd by our GEO-advisor as "normal" compared to similar golfcourses. Nevertheless, the board of the club as part of the GEO programme decided to set up an "energy committee" which was tasked to work on reduction of the energy use. This committee is a sub-committee of the committee looking after the facilities, i.e "de Gebouwencommissie".
The committee is focussing on the following areas :
- Propane gas is used for heating purposes of facilities and heating the water for showering and use in kitchen.
- Electricity is used for lighting, kitchen equipment and on the course for the irrigation pumps and charging of the batteries of the golfcarts.
- Equipment for maintenance of the course is using diesel and petrol.
All purchased electricity is produced as green energy and 1 of the golf carts is equipped with solar pannels on the roof. Since 2010 the feasability of installing windmills and solar pannels is being investigated with a dutch energy supplier.
Sources & Consumption
The following energy surveys have been undertaken at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| Milieuzorgadvies Amsterdamse Golf Club | D.Bol | 2002-10-02 | |
| as part of replacement of gas heating system an extensive energy study was done in 2009 | |||
| Title | Author | Date | View Document |
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Consumption of renewable energy and resources at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | |
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| 159132 | 174445 | 178394 |
Consumption of non-renewable energy and resources at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | |
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| 16820 | 16275 | 18415 | |
| 620 | 430 | 455 | |
| 29081 | 27326 | 28661 |
Energy Efficiency
Amsterdamse Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to diversify energy and fuel supply:
| Installation of small scale wind turbine | The placement/installation of 2 small wind turbines is being investigated. |
| Use of Liqueified Petroleum Gas (LPG) | Is being used. Due to the fact that the course is located on the outskirts of Amsterdam there is no natural gas pipeline nearby. |
| Use of electric hybrid vehicles | 1 of the buggies is equipped with solar pannels. |
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Amsterdamse Golf Club is undertaking the following activities to reduce energy consumption:
| Optimizing themostat levels for heating and refridgeration |
Temperature control devices are in place and are upgraded. Early 2011 temperature control device in greenkeepers facility and secretary room is replaced by more sophisticated system which allows temperature setting per day of the week, i.e. lower temperature settings are possible during the weekend. |
| Installation of low-energy lighting | We are in the process of replacing conventional tubes and bulbs with low-energy alternatives. |
| Use of motion sensor lighting | Are in place in dressing rooms, toilets, greenkeepers quarters, storage rooms for trolleys and greenkeeping equipment. |
| Transition to energy efficient appliances |
Has partially been done and will be expanded when replacement is due. Low energy lighting will be installed in clubhouse during Q4 of 2011. |
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Vehicles & Transport
The maintenance fleet at Amsterdamse Golf Club uses the following fuel sources:
| Ride-on Mowers | Walking Mowers | Utility Vehicles | |
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| 100% | |||
| 100% | 86% | ||
| 14% | |||
Additional vehicles operated by Amsterdamse Golf Club use the following fuel sources:
| Golf Carts | Cars | Buses | |
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| 100% | |||
Amsterdamse Golf Club has established the following schemes to encourage reductions in staff and customer transport emissions:
| Increasing equipment storage (e.g. lockers) | The electrical trolley storage has been updated recently. |
| Staff showers | Have recently (last winter) been renovated. |
| Tax breaking incentives for cycling | This oportunity has been used by some greenkeepers |
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Products & Supply Chains
Currently we strive to acquire quality products, which are manufactrured in a sustainable, responsible way and which are mainly bought from local suppliers.
Purchasing Policies
Amsterdamse Golf Club undertakes the following ethical / environmental purchasing activities:
| Use of local suppliers | We use local suppliers whenever possible, taking into account competitive pricing, reliability of supply and environmental performance. |
| Selection of certified products | Yes, we use certified products as much as possible, e.g. certified timber. |
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Economic Multiplier
An overview of the supplier network at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| Total number of suppliers | Total number of suppliers within 10 Miles | Total number of suppliers within 100 Miles | |
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| 10 | 5 | 5 | |
| 10 | 5 | 5 | |
| 5 | 5 | ||
| 10 | 5 | 5 | |
| 5 | 5 | ||
| 25 | 10 | 15 |
Turfgrass Inputs
Amsterdamse Golf Club undertakes the following IPM activities:
| Encouragin drought and disease tolerant grasses | As described in "Baanbeheerplan" and "Nulmeting" we are in the process of overseeding using the most updated grass species. |
| Enhancement of soil structure | The "Nulmeting" showed us some shortcomings this year. We are adapting our procedures to improve the soil structure within the limits of our normal maintenance program and budget. |
| Optimization of the growing environment | Adapting our existing procedures as described in the older version if the "Baanbeheerplan" taking into account the recent results of the "Nulmeting". |
| Managing thatch levels | Use of slitting machines and verticutting. |
| Managing surface moisture | Adaptive use of the sprinkler system and selective use of Revolution wetting agent. |
| Scouting for pests and diseases | Done in a daily basis by the Headgreenkeeper and all other Greenkeepers. |
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Fertilizer use at Amsterdamse Golf Club in the last three years:
| 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | |||||
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| Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | ||
| Greens | N | 76 lb | 98 lb | 76 lb | 103 lb | 145 lb | |
| P | 26 lb | 22 lb | 13 lb | 22 lb | 38 lb | ||
| K | 89 lb | 224 lb | 89 lb | 205 lb | 227 lb | ||
| Tees | N | 45 lb | 96 lb | 45 lb | 96 lb | 138 lb | |
| P | 13 lb | 22 lb | 13 lb | 22 lb | 43 lb | ||
| K | 21 lb | 99 lb | 21 lb | 99 lb | 152 lb | ||
| Fairways | N | 468 lb | 910 lb | 468 lb | 910 lb | 1014 lb | |
| P | 78 lb | 195 lb | 78 lb | 195 lb | 195 lb | ||
| K | 78 lb | 624 lb | 78 lb | 624 lb | 429 lb | ||
Pesticide use at Amsterdamse Golf Club in the last three years:
| 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | |||||
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| Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | ||
| Greens | Fungicide | 16 lb | 12 lb | ||||
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| Tees | Fungicide | 1 lb | |||||
| Herbicide | 4 lb | 5 lb | |||||
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| Fairways | Fungicide | 13 lb | |||||
| Herbicide | 30 lb | 40 lb | |||||
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| Semi-Rough | Fungicide | 5 lb | |||||
| Herbicide | 11 lb | 15 lb | |||||
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| Rough | Fungicide | 24 lb | |||||
| Herbicide | 65 lb | 75 lb | |||||
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Amsterdamse Golf Club undertakes the following actions to optimize pesticide use:
| Selection on the least toxic and lest persistant products | The 4 products bescribed below are used as reluctant as possible. |
| Selection of appropriate products for specific pests and diseases |
We are allowed 4 products: Signum, Caramba, Heritage, Merit Turf. These are used only and strictly in case of necessity and strictly according to the rules supplied by the manufacturer. Use is off course for the appropriate diseases. |
| Calibration and testing of sprayers | Our weed sprayer is tested and checked on a regular basis. |
| Utilization of shrouded sprayser and anti-drip nozzles | We use a 2 year old, up-to-date weed sprayer. |
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Waste Management
The following landscape assessments and surveys have been undertaken at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| Milieuzorgadvies Amsterdamse Golf Club | D. Bol | 2002-10-02 | |
| Title | Author | Date | View Document |
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Amsterdamse Golf Club manages key waste streams as follows:
| Re-use | Recycle | Landfill | Incinerate | |
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Amsterdamse Golf Club undertakes the following activities to continue the lifecycle of materials and resources:
| Separation of recyclable materials |
Glass and paper/cardboard are segregated (by AGC) and recycled (by waste handling contractor). Chemical waste is collected and disposed of seperately. |
| Returning clipping to fairways and walkways |
Fairway clippings are left on the fairways. Only tee and green clippings are composte and/or landfilled. |
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Environmental Quality
The club has a documented environmental management plan, which describes the most relevant environmental impacts from our energy use, our water use and the generation of waste.
The total used and produced quantities are fully registered and monitored. The committees, which are looking after course management, buildings and maintenance and all related facilities are continously working to identify opportunities forpotential savings and minimizing waste.
Water Analysis
Amsterdamse Golf Club monitors water quality with the following frequency:
| Chemical | Biological | Visual | |
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| Yearly | Yearly | Daily | |
| Yearly | Yearly | Daily | |
| Never | Never | Daily |
Waste Water
Waste water from Amsterdamse Golf Club is managed as follows:
| Discharges to | Formal Discharge Agreement | |
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| Ditch | N/A | |
| Mains Sewer | Y | |
| Mains Sewer | Y | |
| Via Oil Separator | Y |
Hazardous Materials
Hazardous materials at Amsterdamse Golf Club are handled and disposed of as follows:
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Pollution Prevention
Amsterdamse Golf Club undertakes the following activities to prevent pollution from its maintenance facility and clubhouse:
| Storage of equipment and hazardous products on covered, sealed impervious areas | see GMP |
| Maintenance of equipment on covered, sealed impervious areas | see GMP |
| Mixing of pesticides and fertilizers in covered areas | see GMP and Nulmeting |
| Installation of above-ground fuel tanks | in place |
| Installation of sufficient secondary containment for fuel | in place |
| Provision of containment booms and absorbent materials | in place |
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Amsterdamse Golf Club undertakes the following activities to prevent pollution on its golf course:
| Eliminating leachate and run-off through careful timing of turf inputs | see GMP and Nulmeting |
| Establishment of vegetative buffer strips around water bodies | see GMP and Nulmeting |
| Establishment of emergency spillage response plan | see GMP |
| Controlling erosion and sediment discharge | see GMP |
| Establishment of pesticide-free zones | any area outside fairways, tees, greens and carpaths. |
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People & Communities
The golfcourse is situated in the middle of a park/forrest area with only 2 residential houses close to the course.
The nearest residential area is about 3 km away from the club. On the North side of the club an industrial area is located, which belongs to the Port of Amsterdam activities.
The contribution to the local community is by purchasing materials from local suppliers. Environmetal impact is minimized.
Employment & Education
Typical staffing levels at Amsterdamse Golf Club are:
| Full Time | Part Time | Seasonal | |
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| 1 | 3 | ||
| 6 | 1 | ||
| 2 | |||
| 2 |
The environmental working group at Amsterdamse Golf Club is comprised of:
- Course Manager
- Committee Members
- Technical Specialist
Employees at Amsterdamse Golf Club receive the following formal and informal environmental education:
| Storage, application and disposal of pesticides |
All greenkeepers who handle and apply pesticides have a "weed spraying license", which is updated regularly. All purchases and applications are registered (date, amount, dilution, area) in special forms. Storage is done is a special, certified, approved locked cupboard. |
| Efficient water management | All greenkeepers have received appropriate eduation during their training as greenkeeper. |
| Management of accidents and emergencies | All employees have been trained in first aid and dealing with small emergencies. There is an annual AED training for members and staff. |
| Management of habitats and vegetation |
The appropiate areas are monitored in close consultation with the architect/advisor Gerard Jol and the "Flora en Fauna Commissie"; spared as much as possible and maintained in the best possible ecological way. |
| Waste minimalisation, separation and recycling |
Guidance is given to the caddiemasters, restaurant staff, secretariate and greenkeepers where to leave the different waste categories (chemical, regular waste, paper/carton, glass). |
| Health & Safety | All staff receive ARBO training and/or safety training on an annual basis or whenever upgrade is necessary. |
| Understanding of landscape and cultural heritage | All greenkeepers receive a dedicated greenkeeper course and lateron a (assistant)headgreenkeeper course if applicable. |
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Community Relations
Amsterdamse Golf Club engages with local community groups in the following manner:
| Neighbours |
Only 2 residential houses are located close to the entrance of the golfcourse: occasional contacts take place. Frequent contacts exist with the golf course on the west side of our property, i.e. Houtrak and also frequent contacts with the authorities of the Port of Amsterdam, who own the property on the north side of our course. |
| Local Government | The authorities of the city of Amsterdam and the province of Noord-Holland. The Mayor of the City of Amsterdam is a honorary member. |
| Local Enviromental Groups | Contact with bird watching group through the "Flora en Fauna Commissie". |
| Local Businesses | Sponsorships |
| Schools & Colleges |
For students special membership arrangements exist. Use of students (interns) from agricultural schools as trainees in the greenkeeping department. |
| Other golf clubs | The greenkeeping department maintains close relations with a number of golfcourses in the area located on a similar type of soils. |
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Land Use & Cultural Heritage
Amsterdamse Golf Club provides access and diversified land use for others through:
| Being a private club all of these activities are difficult to arrange. | |
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The following archaeological and heritage surveys have been undertaken at Amsterdamse Golf Club:
| Gebiedsscan | Guido Hamelink | 2011-01-01 | |
| Title | Author | Date | View Document |
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Amsterdamse Golf Club consults the following organizations regarding the conservation of cultural heritage:
- NL Adviseurs, Arnhem, NL
- Jol Golf Design, Santpoort, NL
Amsterdamse Golf Club undertakes the following activities to conserve cultural heritage features:
| Given the fact that our site was open sea 150 years ago, we are part of a "polder" but there are no direct cultural heritage features on our course. | |
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Communications
Amsterdamse Golf Club undertakes the following internal environmental communications:
| Provision of newsletters, notice boards & poster displays |
Through regular emails to the members. Through our quartely hardcopy issue `the Birdie`. Special chapter on the website of the Club. |
| Members evenings and course walks | Bird watching walks. |
| Course guides / brochures | "Birdie book". |
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Amsterdamse Golf Club undertakes the following social and environmental advocacy activities:
| Website, press releases & brochures |
Through regular emails to the members. Through our quartely hardcopy issue `the Birdie`. Special chapter on the website of the Club. |
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