Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen
Welderen golf course was built in 1995 in the river area located between Arnhem and Nijmegen. Designed by architect Jan Eschauzier, the course is characterised by openness within the agricultural environment. The 18-holes golf course covers 63 hectares of terrain. The Welderen golf course is part of the concept of “golf at an estate” along with golf course Bleijenbeek from Afferden. The objective of the owner is to make the game of golf more approachable and accessible to a wider public. The club has been participant in the NGF environmental programme since 9 June 2009
Guido Hamelink, GEOSA, Accredited Verifier
GEO Certified™ Report
Publication of this report confirms that Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen 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 Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen, across the following areas:
Landscape & Ecosystems; Water; Energy & Resources; Products & Supply Chains; Environmental Quality and People & Communities.
Facility Details
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is a daily-fee golf facility comprising:
Courses
- Pitch- en Puttbaan (6 holes, 900 Metres, Year of opening: 2000)
- Par 3-4 baan (9 holes, 5307 Metres, Year of opening: 1996)
- Wedstrijdbaan (18 holes, 6194 Metres, Year of opening: 1996)
Clubhouses
- Clubhuis, Year of opening: 1996
Maintenance Facilities
- Werkplaats
Other
- Pro Shop
- Facilities
Landscape & Ecosystems
Welderen golf course was built in 1995 in the river area located between Arnhem and Nijmegen. The golf course plays an important function as a green zone in a largely agricultural and urbanised area. The rich soil structure is cause for a large amount of plant species. Many insects and birds make use of the foraging, nesting and sheltering places. Approximately 50 bird species have been observed, especially the Yellow Wagtail, Black-tailed Godwit, Long-eared Owl, and the Common Cuckoo. Other species are more common types. In 2008, approximately 150 plant species were inventoried. Red list types include the Salad burnet, Broad-leaved Helleborine, and the American or Canadian Waterweed. A separate inventory of butterflies, dragonflies and damselflies was not made but were included in the inventory of plant species. Amphibians and reptiles have been observed in general types and large quantities. An observation was also made of a common European viper which is quite unique for this area.
Golfbaan Welderen is gelegen in het rivierengebied ingeklemd tussen de Nederrijn en de Waal. De golfbaan heeft in het grotendeels agrarische en verstedelijkte gebied een belangrijke functie als groene zone. Door de rijke bodem is de soortenrijkdom beperkt, maar de plantengroei overvloedig. Veel insecten en vogels maken gebruik van de foerageer-, nest- en schuil mogelijkheden. Er zijn ca. 50 vogelsoorten waargenomen met als bijzondere soorten de gele kwikstaart, grutto, ransuil en de koekoek. Overige soorten zijn veelal algemene soorten. Tijdens onderzoek in 2008 zijn er ca. 150 plantensoorten waargenomen, met als rode lijstsoorten de kleine pimpernel, brede wespenorchis en de brede waterpest. Vlinders, libellen en juffers en overige insecten zijn niet apart geïnventariseerd, maar tijdens planteninventarisaties mee opgenomen. Van de amfibieën en reptielen zijn algemene soorten in grote hoeveelheden waargenomen. Ook is er een waarneming van een gewone adder, wat erg uitzonderlijk is in deze omgeving.
Consultation & Surveys
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen consults the following organizations regarding landscape heritage conservation:
- NLadviseurs
The following landscape assessments and surveys have been undertaken at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen:
| Gebiedsscan | NLadviseurs | 2008-05-21 | |
| Title | Author | Date | View Document |
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Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen does not consult any organizations regarding ecosystem protection and enhancement.
The following ecological surveys have been undertaken at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen:
| Plant survey | NLadviseurs | 2008-08-01 | |
| Bird survey | Flora en faunacommissie Welderen | 2008-04-21 | |
| Mammal survey | Greenkeeping | 2008-08-21 | |
| Amphibian survey | NLadviseurs | 2008-08-21 | |
| Butterfly survey | NLadviseurs | 2008-08-21 | |
| Dragonfly survey | NLadviseurs | 2008-08-21 | |
| Title | Author | Date | View Document |
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Rare, protected and notable species occurring at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen:
| Kleine pimpernel | Sanguisorba minor |
| Brede waterpest | Elodea canadensis |
| Brede wespenorchis | Epipactis helleborine |
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen does not monitor any species as indicators of environmental quality.
Habitats & Designations
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen features the following landscape designations:
| Ecological Reserve Network | |
Area of habitats / vegetation types, and associated designations at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen:
| Rough 'ecological' grassland | 4 | None |
| Non Native Plantation Woodland | 10 | None |
| Open Water Features | 4 | None |
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Turfgrass
Size and estimated species composition of amenity turfgrass maintained at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen:
| Area (Hectares) | Turfgrass Species | Sward Composition | |
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| Greens | 1,3 | Agrostis tenuis | 50 % |
| Poa annua | 50 % | ||
| Tees | 0,9 | Agrostis tenuis | 50 % |
| Festuca rubra | 30 % | ||
| Fairways | 12,3 | Poa annua | 40 % |
| Lolium perenne | 30 % | ||
| Semi-Rough | 23,4 | 0 % | |
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen assesses mowing patterns:
Every 1 Years
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen does not consult any individuals or organizations regarding its grassing plan.
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen 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 |
The course commission adheres to a course management plan that includes all daily operations, frequencies and goals. The manner of maintenance has been established in a contract. The contractor discusses further planning of details during regular meetings. |
| Demonstrating the direct relationship between environmental best practice and year round high quality playing surfaces |
Sustainable terrain management clearly stipulates to all stakeholders which maintenance measures have been taken and how they are related to the results of good, playable greens and to the limited amount of closures. |
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Conservation & Enhancement
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is undertaking the following activities to conserve and enhance landscape character:
| Allowing seasonal variation of course colouration and texture |
Discolouration resulting from drought (to a certain extent) and other factors are seen as an addition to the natural quality of the landscape and the quality of the game. |
| Appropriately matching mowing lines to contours |
The mowing lines of the fairways and semi-rough are well tuned in to the undulations and different elements of the terrain. |
| Protection and restoration of historic features |
Present historical elements are restored where possible. |
| Discreet on-course signage and furniture |
Het terreinmeubilair is met zorg geselecteerd en wordt met zorg onderhouden. |
| Conservation of specimin trees |
Constructions that do not correlate to the landscape are being obscured through vegetation. |
| Screening and softening unsightly man-made features |
Constructions that do not correlate to the landscape are being obscured through vegetation. |
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Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is undertaking the following activities to improve the landscape ecology of the golf course:
| Minimizing the amount of amenity grass |
The surface intensively mowed grass is kept to a minimum. By determining which elements fall outside the game and which are of importance to the character of the natural landscape, only some elements need to be extensively mowed. |
| Increasing the size of habitat patches |
Where possible, management is expanded or natural elements are constructed. |
| Connection of internal habitat patches |
The nature management plan is aimed at optimising the biodiversity. A part of this includes connecting plant squares, brushwood and water elements. |
| Connection of patches with external habitats |
A keen inventory of natural elements both on the course and in its neighbouring landscape allows for improved management and maintenance. For instance, equal goal setting of natural elements on and outside the course can take place. |
| Creation of habitat corridors |
The golf course is not located in a national natural ecological corridor. However, connection to and continuity with bordering terrain is actively sought after. |
| Avoidance of habitat fragmentation |
Those locations with a high nature value have been indicated in the nature management plan and are being duly protected and maintained. |
| Improving and diversifying habitat edges |
Edges of plant squares contain borders and casings. |
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Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is undertaking the following activities to improve the quality of habitats on the golf course:
| Creation of botanically rich rough grassland |
The natural diversity of vegetation is increased by mowing and removal of clippings. |
| Ecologically informed management of scrub vegetation |
There is multiannual management plan in place carried out on the basis of a cycle. |
| Promoting species and structually diverse woodlands |
The management plan provides guidelines to an ecologically valuable and durable situation. |
| Establishment of littoral shelves and marginal vegetation in wetland areas |
Natural and gentle banks have been realised in different locations in order to stimulate the flora and fauna in water and its banks. |
| Maintenance of an appropriate balance of open water and aquatic vegetation |
A division has been made of intensive and extensive green in order to create a good balance between nature and the game of golf. |
| Naturalisation of linear habitats |
A division has been made of intensive and extensive green in order to create a good balance between nature and the game of golf. |
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Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is undertaking the following activities to conserve and enhance biodiversity on the golf course:
| Provision of nesting and nectar for pollinators |
Brushwood, roughs, forest edges and ditches are present at various locations. Special attention has been given to the different types of fauna. |
| Installation of nest boxes |
Birdboxes have been placed at different locations on the course for different types of birds, such as falcons, owls and humming birds. |
| Control / management of alien species |
Non-native, exotic, are controlled as much as possible. |
| Provision of hibernation areas |
Various plant squares contain grooves of branches and piles of wood. This allows mammals and amphibians to forage and hibernate. |
| Creation of micro-habitats (eg log and stone piles) |
Microhabitats have been created at various locations on the course, such as breeding ground, grooves of branches and woodpiles. |
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Water
Surface water resulted largely from construction to make the terrain more interesting and to form a solid soil structure in order to elevate the golf terrain. Groundwater has always played an important role in the agricultural architecture of this area in large part due to the influences of the rivers, the Rijn and Waal, on the landscape. A water border consisting of various ponds and pools covers an area of four hectares. Above ground- and underground pipes connect the water elements to each other. A mixture of surface- and groundwater is used for irrigation of the terrain. Groundwater is extracted from the pond nearest to the clubhouse, from where it is further distributed through the irrigation system. Unique is that fertiliser can be injected directly and simultaneously with irrigation. The grass thus receives a liquefied fertiliser that is well-absorbed and one that does not need to be dispersed separately.
Het oppervlaktewater is grotendeels ontstaan tijdens de aanleg om het terrein interessant te maken en bodem te verwerven voor ophoging van het golfterrein. Water heeft in deze omgeving een belangrijke rol gespeeld in de landschapsbouw vanwege de invloeden van de Rijn en Waal op het rivierengebied.
Een randsloot met verschillende vijvers en poelen beslaan een ca. 4 ha. Middels onder- en bovengrondse verbindingen zijn de waterpartijen met elkaar verbonden. Voor irrigatie van het terrein wordt een mix van oppervlakte- en grondwater gebruikt. In de vijver bij het clubhuis wordt grondwater opgepompt dat van hieruit weer verder wordt verspreidt door de beregeningsinstallatie.
Uniek is dat in deze sproeibeurt bemesting kan worden toegevoegd aan het water. Hierdoor krijgt het gras een vloeibare meststof toegediend die goed wordt opgenomen en dus niet apart hoeft te worden uitgereden.
Sources & Consumption
No water audits have been undertaken at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen.
The water used at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is drawn from the following sources:
| 2009 | Sources | % of supply | Total Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clubhouse | Public / Potable | 100 | 1,235,000 Litres |
| Golf Course | Surface | 50 | 30,000,000 Litres |
| Groundwater | 50 | ||
| Maintenance Facility | Public / Potable | 65,000 Litres |
Irrigation & Efficiency
The following areas receive irrigation at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen:
| Greens | Daily |
| Tees | Daily |
| Fairways | Weekly |
The irrigation system at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is:
None
Serviced every 1 Years
Re-calibrated and checked for efficient application every 1 Months
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is undertaking the following activities to maximize irrigation efficiency:
| Selection of grass species |
A specialist has determined the choice of grass types specific to the golf course. |
| Soil decompaction and thatch management |
Prevention of soil compaction and thatch is a part of regular maintenance. |
| Timing and dose of water application |
The irrigation system is computer-driven so that the different elements can receive specific amounts of water, separate from each other. |
| Analysis of soil moisture |
Soil moisture is is beeing monitored |
| Targeting of sprinkler heads |
The irrigation system is comprised of sector sprinklers. |
| Optimizing system pressure |
The irrigation system contains an automatic pressure regulator that optimises the mains pressure. |
| Adoption of cutting edge nozzle technology |
Innovations are analysed when adjustments and replacements are needed in order to determine their application and usefulness in the irrigation system. |
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Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is undertaking the following activities to conserve / reduce / minimise water consumption:
| Low-flow urinals and toilets |
Toilets are equipped with water-saving buttons. |
| Repairing leaks |
Leaks are immediately fixed. |
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Energy & Resources
Yearly energy usage comprises 143.000 kWh. It is used by the accommodations, such as the restaurant, locker rooms, the maintenance facility, etc. The energy usage by the different accommodations is not measured separately. Therefore, an exact overview of energy usage is missing although it can be safely stated that the majority can be accounted for by the clubhouse. The accommodations have only been partially reviewed for possible savings. The coming years will see step-by-step changes of existing lighting sources. In order to research the savings possibilities, usage is being registered and evaluated. The maintenance facility is outdated and hardly meets modern standards. A plan will be created in the next years to renovate the accommodations.
Er is een jaarlijks energieverbruik van 143.000 kWh. Dit verbruik is nodig voor het voorzien van de horeca, kleedruimtes, werkruimte greenkeeping etc. Doordat er per accommodatie geen gescheiden metingen worden gedaan is het moeilijk de exacte onderverdeling te beoordelen, maar vanzelfsprekend gaat overgrote deel van het stroomverbruik op rekening van het clubgebouw. De accommodaties zijn nog slechts gedeeltelijk beoordeeld op mogelijke besparingen. Er wordt de komende jaren stap voor stap een vervanging gedaan van de bestaande lichtbronnen. Om de besparingsmogelijkheden verder te onderzoeken wordt het verbruik geregistreerd en geëvalueerd. De greenkeepersloods is enigszins gedateerd en voldoet daarom slechts ten dele aan de moderne standaard. In de komende jaren wordt er een plan uitgewerkt om de accommodaties de actualiseren.
Sources & Consumption
No energy surveys have been undertaken at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen.
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen does not consume any renewable energy or resources.
Consumption of non-renewable energy and resources at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen:
| 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15103 | 143000 |
Energy Efficiency
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is undertaking the following activities to diversify energy and fuel supply:
| Use of biodiesel and /or ethanol |
Fossil fuel is used for the smaller machinery, motorised saws and wood mowers. |
| Use of electric hybrid vehicles | Golf carts are electric |
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Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is undertaking the following activities to reduce energy consumption:
| Investment in low-energy heating and air conditioning systems | Advanced heating and cooling system is installed in the clubhouse |
| Optimizing themostat levels for heating and refridgeration | Advanced heating and cooling system is installed in the clubhouse |
| Upgrading of building insulation |
Modern insulation techniques were used during construction. |
| Installation of low-energy lighting |
Energy-saving lighting is attained through the use of as many energy-saving lamps and led-lamps as possible. |
| Use of motion sensor lighting |
Movement sensors have been placed in those areas that are not frequently used. |
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Vehicles & Transport
The maintenance fleet at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen uses the following fuel sources:
| Ride-on Mowers | Walking Mowers | Utility Vehicles | |
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| 100% | |||
| 100% | 100% | ||
Additional vehicles operated by Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen use the following fuel sources:
| Golf Carts | Cars | Buses | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100% | |||
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen has established the following schemes to encourage reductions in staff and customer transport emissions:
| Secure cycle parking | Secure cycle parking is available |
| Staff showers |
The locker room has been expanded to allow for the storage of not only the bags but also of the trolleys. Er is een uitgebreide lockerruimte waar niet alleen tassen, maar ook trolleys in opgeslagen kunnen worden. |
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Products & Supply Chains
Surface water resulted largely from construction to make the terrain more interesting and to form a solid soil structure in order to elevate the golf terrain. Groundwater has always played an important role in the agricultural architecture of this area in large part due to the influences of the rivers, the Rijn and Waal, on the landscape. A water border consisting of various ponds and pools covers an area of four hectares. Above ground- and underground pipes connect the water elements to each other. A mixture of surface- and groundwater is used for irrigation of the terrain. Groundwater is extracted from the pond nearest to the clubhouse, from where it is further distributed through the irrigation system. Unique is that fertiliser can be injected directly and simultaneously with irrigation. The grass thus receives a liquefied fertiliser that is well-absorbed and one that does not need to be dispersed separately.
Het oppervlaktewater is grotendeels ontstaan tijdens de aanleg om het terrein interessant te maken en bodem te verwerven voor ophoging van het golfterrein. Water heeft in deze omgeving een belangrijke rol gespeeld in de landschapsbouw vanwege de invloeden van de Rijn en Waal op het rivierengebied.
Een randsloot met verschillende vijvers en poelen beslaan een ca. 4 ha. Middels onder- en bovengrondse verbindingen zijn de waterpartijen met elkaar verbonden. Voor irrigatie van het terrein wordt een mix van oppervlakte- en grondwater gebruikt. In de vijver bij het clubhuis wordt grondwater opgepompt dat van hieruit weer verder wordt verspreidt door de beregeningsinstallatie.
Uniek is dat in deze sproeibeurt bemesting kan worden toegevoegd aan het water. Hierdoor krijgt het gras een vloeibare meststof toegediend die goed wordt opgenomen en dus niet apart hoeft te worden uitgereden.
Purchasing Policies
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen undertakes the following ethical / environmental purchasing activities:
| Measures to avoid waste at source |
Local suppliers are used for the purchasing of various products. |
| Use of local suppliers |
Different regional products are offered on the restaurant menu. |
| Use of local products |
Purchasing places special attention to the certification of products. |
| Use of recycled and recyclable products |
Purchasing also considers whether a product can be recycled. This is an important element in their final decision. |
| Selection of products that feature minimal packaging |
In order to minimise packaging waste, purchasing is done in bulk and containers as much as possible. |
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Economic Multiplier
An overview of the supplier network at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen:
| Total number of suppliers | Total number of suppliers within 10 Kilometres | Total number of suppliers within 100 Kilometres | |
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| 3 | 1 | 2 | |
| 1 | 1 | ||
| 1 | 1 | ||
| 6 | 6 | ||
| 3 | 3 | ||
| 1 | 1 |
Turfgrass Inputs
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen undertakes the following IPM activities:
| Encouragin drought and disease tolerant grasses |
Used grasses are optimal for these climatic conditions. This minimizes the water usage and chance for disease. |
| Managing stress and wear |
Damage and wear and tear are avoided as much as possible by means of a good maintenance plan. |
| Enhancement of soil structure |
Soil structure is improved by means of aerating and through the measurement of results. |
| Optimization of the growing environment |
An optimal growth environment is cultivated through a good and actual maintenance plan and through expert advice. |
| Managing thatch levels |
Yearly measurements are made by external advisors who also advise on the amount of thatch and the policy to reduce this. |
| Managing surface moisture |
Soil moisture is regularly measured |
| Scouting for pests and diseases |
Contact with the surrounding golf courses and registration of damage provides information about the risks of damage. |
| Monitoring / improvement of plant health |
The head of green-keeping keeps a keen eye on the quality of the grass. |
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Fertilizer use at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen in the last three years:
| 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | |||||
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| Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | ||
| Greens | N | 132 kg | 159.9 kg | ||||
| P | 148 kg | 143 kg | |||||
| K | 263 kg | 278.2 kg | |||||
| Tees | N | 104 kg | 110.7 kg | ||||
| P | 101 kg | 99 kg | |||||
| K | 188 kg | 192.6 kg | |||||
Pesticide use at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen in the last three years:
| 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | |||||
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| Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | ||
| Greens | Fungicide | ||||||
| Herbicide | 35 kg | 36 kg | |||||
| Insecticide | |||||||
| Tees | Fungicide | ||||||
| Herbicide | 31,5 kg | 32 kg | |||||
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| Fairways | Fungicide | ||||||
| Herbicide | 28 kg | 42 kg | |||||
| Insecticide | |||||||
| Semi-Rough | Fungicide | ||||||
| Herbicide | 10 kg | 22 kg | |||||
| Insecticide | |||||||
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen undertakes the following actions to optimize pesticide use:
| Selection of appropriate products for specific pests and diseases |
The correct substances are chosen as a result of the expertise present on diseases and plagues, and the use of pesticides. |
| Spot-treatment with handheld sprayers and wipers |
All diseases and plagues are treated locally, besides the greens and foregreens. |
| Calibration and testing of sprayers |
The ideal measurement is chosen depending on the substances used and the type of weather, thereby realising usage- and dispersion optimisation. |
| Utilization of shrouded sprayser and anti-drip nozzles |
Spraying is done with anti-drip nozzles. |
| Non-chemical weed control |
In first instance, weeds are treated mechanically and biologically. Chemical treatment will only be considered in extreme situations (i.e. Oosterhoutse). |
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Waste Management
No waste audits have been undertaken at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen.
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen does not manage waste streams.
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen undertakes the following activities to continue the lifecycle of materials and resources:
| Separation of recyclable materials |
Various materials are recycled. |
| Establishment of recycling centers |
Various containers are located centrally on the terrain in order to separate waste removal. |
| Education of staff and customer education |
Both staff and members are informed of how to proceed with waste removal. |
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Environmental Quality
Hazardous materials needed by maintenance are kept at a minimum and stocks are kept small in light of environmental risks. Leaching is avoided as much as possible by measuring the right amount of fertiliser needed for grass vitality, which is applied under optimal weather conditions. Surface water quality is monitored annually to assess any deterioration.
De gevaarlijke stoffen die nodig zijn voor het onderhoud worden tot een minimum beperkt. Bovendien wordt er gewerkt met kleine voorraden zodat de milieurisico’s relatief laag zijn. Door een goede afstemming van de bemesting op de vitaliteit van het gras en het gebruik alleen toe te passen bij optimale weersomstandigheden wordt uitspoeling zoveel mogelijk voorkomen. Om te controleren of er inderdaad geen verslechtering van de oppervlaktewater kwaliteit plaatsvindt wordt deze jaarlijks gecontroleerd en geanalyseerd.
Water Analysis
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen monitors water quality with the following frequency:
| Chemical | Biological | Visual | |
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| Three Yearly | Three Yearly | Three Yearly | |
| Yearly | Three Yearly | Daily | |
| Three Yearly | Two Yearly | Three Yearly |
Waste Water
Waste water from Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is managed as follows:
| Discharges to | Formal Discharge Agreement | |
|---|---|---|
| Stream | ||
| Mains Sewer | Y | |
| Mains Sewer | Y | |
| Mains Sewer | Y |
Hazardous Materials
Hazardous materials at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen are handled and disposed of as follows:
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Pollution Prevention
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen undertakes the following activities to prevent pollution from its maintenance facility and clubhouse:
| Storage of equipment and hazardous products on covered, sealed impervious areas |
Dangerous substances are stored in a certified cabinet. |
| Maintenance of equipment on covered, sealed impervious areas |
Large machine maintenance is outsourced whereas small maintenance is conducted on a fluid-sealed floor. |
| Installation of above-ground fuel tanks |
The fuel tank meets all criteria and is periodically checked. |
| Installation of sufficient secondary containment for fuel |
The drip container of the fuel tank meets all legislative criteria and is large enough. |
| Provision of containment booms and absorbent materials |
There is plenty of absorption material present and within reach |
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Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen undertakes the following activities to prevent pollution on its golf course:
| Eliminating leachate and run-off through careful timing of turf inputs |
Weather statistics are narrowly watched to determine the ideal timing for the application of pesticides and fertilisers. |
| Establishment of vegetative buffer strips around water bodies |
No substances are used in the bank zone of water elements (at least 3m from the water line). |
| Controlling erosion and sediment discharge |
A good mowing policy prevents erosion from taking place. |
| Establishment of pesticide-free zones |
No-spray zones have been determined across the entire terrain. |
| Use of swales and bio-filters to slow and treat surface run-off | A helophyte filter is present for the filtering of water. |
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People & Communities
Welderen golf course has hired many staff members and heeds value to the way they operate. Approximately 25 staff members are dispersed over all components of the club and their involvement within the organisation allows for constant management. Green-keeping staff is given the chance to take courses thereby enhancing their skills. Welderen golf course also participates in the project ‘Wajongens’ which allows young people with a learning disability to work in green-keeping under guidance.
Golfbaan Welderen heeft veel personeel in dienst en hecht waarde aan deze manier van werken. De betrokkenheid van de mensen bij dit bedrijf zorgt voor een goede en constante bedrijfsvoering. De greenkeeping krijgt de mogelijkheid de kennis te verbreden door bijscholing. Daarnaast maken ook Wajongers deel uit van het team. Deze jongeren met een leerbeperking leren op Welderen in de praktijk het greenkeepersvak en worden gecoacht door de hoofdgreenkeeper en externe begeleiding.
Employment & Education
Typical staffing levels at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen are:
| Full Time | Part Time | Seasonal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | ||
| 6 | 5 | ||
| 8 | 13 | ||
| 3 | |||
| 1 | 2 | ||
| 3 | 3 |
The environmental working group at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen is comprised of:
- Owner
- General Manager
- Course Manager
- Committee Members
- Technical Specialist
Employees at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen receive the following formal and informal environmental education:
| Storage, application and disposal of pesticides |
Employees are informed about the use, the storage and disposal of chemicals and pesticedes. |
| Efficient water management |
Staff is informed and in efficiency and waste management. |
| Management of accidents and emergencies |
Much is done to prevent accidents and emergencies, when they do happen, date and time are recorded in a log. |
| Management of habitats and vegetation |
The management plan, paid attention to the value and maintenace of landscape and cultural heritage. |
| Health & Safety | Staff is trained in health and safety issues |
| Understanding of landscape and cultural heritage |
The management plan, paid attention to the value and maintenace of landscape and cultural heritage. |
| Enviromental management planning |
The GEO commitee is concerned with environmental management. |
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Community Relations
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen engages with local community groups in the following manner:
| Local Enviromental Groups | There is good contact with local envoromentalists |
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Land Use & Cultural Heritage
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen provides access and diversified land use for others through:
| Installation of effective and welcoming signage |
Information- and warning signs are placed at the entrance of the terrain. |
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No archaeological or heritage surveys have been undertaken at Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen.
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen does not consult any organizations regarding the conservation of cultural heritage.
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen undertakes the following activities to conserve cultural heritage features:
| Historic Features (Hedgerows / Dykes / Moats / Cairns etc) | Pruned willows |
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Communications
Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen undertakes the following internal environmental communications:
| Provision of newsletters, notice boards & poster displays | Varios means of information is availible thru website and other cummunications. |
| Members evenings and course walks |
Members evenings and course walks are held, for example the national birdwaching day. |
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Golfbaan Landgoed Welderen undertakes the following social and environmental advocacy activities:
| Website, press releases & brochures | Varios means of information is availible thru website and other cummunications. |
| Course walks / open days |
Members evenings and course walks are held, for example the national birdwaching day. |
| Attending community meetings | Meetings with GEO committee |
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