Golfclub Zwolle
I audited Golf Club Zwolle on 11 January 2011. The following people were present during my visit:
Sander Kristalijn, GEOSA, Accredited Verifier
From the NGF - Monique Madsen, regional consul Han van Hagen; From Golf Club Zwolle - Sander Uiterwijk, Martin Brummel, Hugo Vernhout, Jan Hoekstra and Hans Kamphuis.
First we visited the golf course to see the different playing elements. Parts of the terrain were explained to me and we saw various natural and historical elements. The field trip ended with a visit to the workshop and the clubhouse. The second part of the audit consisted of a meeting during which time we delved into various...
GEO Certified™ Report
Publication of this report confirms that Golfclub Zwolle 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 Golfclub Zwolle, across the following areas:
Landscape & Ecosystems; Water; Energy & Resources; Products & Supply Chains; Environmental Quality and People & Communities.
Facility Details
Golfclub Zwolle is a private, daily-fee golf facility comprising:
Courses
- Wedstrijdbaan (18 holes, 6072 Metres, Year of opening: 1995)
Clubhouses
- Clubhuis, Year of opening: 2003
Maintenance Facilities
- Greenkeeperloods
Other
- Pro Shop
- Facilities
Landscape & Ecosystems
The golf course terrain comprises 75 hectares; 30 hectares account for the technical elements and the other 45 hectares consist of water, natural elements and recreational facilities. The golf course is designed by golf course architect Mr. Alan Rijks. The structure of the landscape played a large role in the development of the design. The landscape is characterised by the transition from a wet, brook valley to higher located windborne sand deposits. The golf course is located on the flanks of the Herfterwetering (leat). The development of diverse natural elements and types of vegetation offer all sorts of opportunities for different animal species. Specifically butterflies, dragonflies, amphibians/reptiles, birds and other small mammals will profit from the natural elements found on the golf course. The landscape of the golf course serves a regional ecological function and the preservation of both its structure and of the ecological connecting areas is of great importance.
De golfbaan heeft een oppervlakte van ongeveer 75 hectare. De golftechnische onderdelen beslaan circa 30 hectare, de overige 45 hectare bestaan uit water, natuurlijke elementen en recreatieve voorzieningen. De baan is aangelegd op basis van ontwerpen van de golfbaanarchitect Alan Rijks. De landschappelijke opbouw van het plangebied heeft in de ontwerpen een belangrijke rol gespeeld. Het landschap in het plangebied kenmerkt zicht door de overgang van het natte beekdal naar hogere dekzandruggen. De golfbaan ligt in en op de flanken van het beekdal van de Herfterwetering. De ontwikkeling van diverse natuurlijke onderdelen en vegetatietypen biedt mogelijkheden voor de verschillende diersoorten. In het bijzonder dagvlinders, libellen, amfibieën/reptielen, vogels en kleine zoogdieren zullen profijt hebben van de genoemde natuurlijke onderdelen op de golfbaan. Dit is een belangrijk aspect aangezien de golfbaan een duidelijke functie heeft in regionaal ecologisch en landschappelijk opzicht. Hierbij is vooral het behoud van de landschappelijke structuur en ecologische verbindingszones van belang.
Consultation & Surveys
Golfclub Zwolle does not consult any organizations regarding landscape heritage conservation.
No landscape assessments or surveys have been undertaken at Golfclub Zwolle.
Golfclub Zwolle consults the following organizations regarding ecosystem protection and enhancement:
- E. Weeda
- AOC De Groene Welle
- H. Sieben
The following ecological surveys have been undertaken at Golfclub Zwolle:
| Groenbeheerplan golfbaan zwolle | Grontmij | 2007-08-20 | |
| Ecological management plan | GOLFCLUB ZWOLLE | 2010-10-01 | |
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Rare, protected and notable species occurring at Golfclub Zwolle:
| Koekoek | Cuculus canorus ssp. canorus |
| Grutto | Limosa limosa ssp. limosa |
| Graspieper | Anthus pratensis ssp. pratensis |
| Groene specht | Picus viridis ssp. viridis |
| Huismus | Passer domesticus ssp. domesticus |
| Huiszwaluw | Delichon urbica ssp. urbica |
| Oeverloper | Tringa hypoleucos |
| Ransuil | Asio otus ssp. otus |
| Ringmus | Passer montanus ssp. montanus |
| Roerdomp | Botaurus stellaris ssp. stellaris |
| Slobeend | Anas clypeata |
| Tureluur | Tringa totanus ssp. totanus |
| Visdief | Sterna hirundo ssp. hirundo |
| Wielewaal | Oriolus oriolus ssp. oriolus |
Golfclub Zwolle regularly monitors the following species as indicators of environmental quality:
| Rietorchis | Dactylorhiza majalis subsp. praetermissa |
| Dotterbloem | Caltha palustris subsp. palustris |
| Echte koekoeksbloem | Silene flos-cuculi |
| Veldrus | Juncus acutiflorus |
| Rossevleermuis | Nyctalus noctula |
| Das | Meles meles |
| Dwergvleermuis | Pipistrellus pipistrellus |
| Vos | Vulpes vulpes |
Habitats & Designations
Golfclub Zwolle does not feature any landscape designations.
Area of habitats / vegetation types, and associated designations at Golfclub Zwolle:
| Rough 'ecological' grassland | 0.6 | Self Appointed |
| Scrub Vegetation | 3.2 | Self Appointed |
| Native Woodland | ? | Self Appointed |
| Non Native Plantation Woodland | ? | Self Appointed |
| Wetlands | 0.4 | N/A |
| Open Water Features | 7 | Self Appointed |
| Heater and other dwarf shrub communities | 0.2 | Self Appointed |
Turfgrass
Size and estimated species composition of amenity turfgrass maintained at Golfclub Zwolle:
| Area (Hectares) | Turfgrass Species | Sward Composition | |
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| Greens | 1,4 | Festuca rubra | 30 % |
| Agrostis stolonifera | 40 % | ||
| Tees | 0,8 | Agrostis stolonifera | 40 % |
| Poa pratensis | 25 % | ||
| Fairways | 10 | Poa pratensis | 25 % |
| Lolium perenne | 35 % | ||
| Other | 2 | Poa pratensis | 25 % |
| Lolium perenne | 35 % | ||
These turfgrasses are optimal for the circumstances at Golfclub Zwolle because:
Tijdens de aanleg is de grasmat ingezaaid met een mengsel van 80% festuca en 20% agrostis. Na verloop van jaren is het grasbestand op de greens veranderd naar gemiddeld 30% festuca, 40% agrostis en 30% poa annua. Deze verschuiving komt voornamelijk doordat met behulp van cultuurtechnische maatregelen de viltlaag onder controle wordt gehouden en tevens door ziektedruk. Ondanks het frequent doorzaaien met festuca en agrostisop de greens, ook na de meeste cultuurtechnische onderhoudswerkzaamheden is poa annua sterk concurrerend met de gewenste grassen. Voor de andere spelonderdelen wordt een percentage fijnbladig lolium perenne toegepast tijdens het doorzaaien. Het baanonderhoud heeft als speerpunt om poa annua met minimaal 5% terug te dringen en het aandeel festuca/agrostis op de greens en lolium perenne op de andere spelonderdelen uit te breiden.
Golfclub Zwolle assesses mowing patterns:
Every 1 Years
Golfclub Zwolle consults the following individuals / organizations regarding its grassing plan:
- IPC Groene ruimte
Golfclub Zwolle 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
Golfclub Zwolle is undertaking the following activities to conserve and enhance landscape character:
| 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 |
The terrain furniture has been selected with care and is maintained accordingly. |
| Conservation of specimin trees |
The older, monumental trees on the golf course have been inventoried and are being caringly managed and maintained. |
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Golfclub Zwolle 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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Golfclub Zwolle 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 extensive mowing. |
| 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. |
| Maintenance of an appropriate balance of open water and aquatic vegetation |
The management of the banks and the cleaning of the ditches and water elements are carried out in phases. This allows for continuity of both thin and thick vegetation. |
| 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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Golfclub Zwolle is undertaking the following activities to conserve and enhance biodiversity on the golf course:
| Control / management of alien species |
Non-native, exotic species, 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
The quality of the natural green elements is directly related to the water’s quality, quantity and level fluctuations. The golf course has a separate water system that is mostly independent from bordering water sources (ditches, the Herfterwetering and the Emmertochtsloot) operated by the Groot Salland district water board. The water system on the golf course exists of a few large water gardens, pools and some smaller water sources. Horizontal drainage is responsible for the drainage of parts of the terrain. This drainage water primarily flows into the water gardens and from there into the Herfterwetering or the Emmertochtsloot via a one-way valve. The one-way valve prevents the leat’s nutrient rich water from entering the golf course’s water sources.
De kwaliteit van de natuurlijke groenelementen hangt sterk samen met de waterkwaliteit, waterkwantiteit en fluctuaties in het waterpeil. De golfbaan heeft een gescheiden watersysteem dat grotendeels los staat van de aangrenzende watergangen (sloten, de Herfterwetering en de Emmertochtsloot) die in beheer zijn bij het waterschap Groot Salland. Op de golfbaan bestaat het watersysteem vooral uit enkele grote waterpartijen, poelen en enkele kleinere watergangen. De ontwatering van de terreindelen op de golfbaan is gereguleerd door horizontale drainage. Deze drainage mondt voor een groot gedeelte uit in de grote waterpartijen. De waterpartijen lozen door middel van een terugslagklep op de Herfterwetering c.q. de Emmertochtsloot. De terugslagkleppen voorkomen dat er voedselrijk water uit de weteringen de watergangen op de golfbaan
instroomt.
Sources & Consumption
No water audits have been undertaken at Golfclub Zwolle.
The water used at Golfclub Zwolle is drawn from the following sources:
| 2010 | Sources | % of supply | Total Consumption |
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| Clubhouse | Public / Potable | -766 Litres | |
| Golf Course | Groundwater | 28.000.000 Litres | |
| Maintenance Facility | Groundwater |
| 2009 | Sources | % of supply | Total Consumption |
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| Clubhouse | Public / Potable | 800 Litres | |
| Golf Course | Groundwater | ||
| Maintenance Facility | Public / Potable | - Litres |
| 2008 | Sources | % of supply | Total Consumption |
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| Clubhouse | Public / Potable | 790 Litres | |
| Golf Course | Groundwater | ||
| Maintenance Facility | Public / Potable | - Litres |
Irrigation & Efficiency
The following areas receive irrigation at Golfclub Zwolle:
| Greens | Daily |
| Tees | Daily |
| Fairways | Weekly |
| Driving Range | Annually |
The irrigation system at Golfclub Zwolle is:
Fully computer controlled
Serviced every 1 Years
Upgraded every 1 Year(s)
Re-calibrated and checked for efficient application every 12 Months
Golfclub Zwolle is undertaking the following activities to maximize irrigation efficiency:
| Soil decompaction and thatch management |
Prevention of soil compaction and thatch is a part of regular maintenance. |
| Timing and dose of water application |
The modern irrigation system is computer-driven and arranges the water level. |
| Analysis of soil moisture |
Soil moisture is regularly measured |
| Use of wetting agents |
Wetting agents are used locally on extremely dry areas. |
| 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. |
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Golfclub Zwolle is undertaking the following activities to conserve / reduce / minimise water consumption:
| Low-flow urinals and toilets |
Toilets are equipped with motion sensors. |
| Repairing leaks |
Leaks are immediately fixed. |
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Energy & Resources
Golf Club Zwolle has been actively pursuing energy savings for some time and has included it as an important theme in their environmental care plan. This plan contains a.o. the policy and formulates the ambitions in carrying out responsible energy usage. Usage statistics of individual elements are logged and analysed on a yearly basis. Energy saving measures taken so far include the installation of a solar energy driven boiler, motion detectors and the use of energy-saving lamps. Furthermore, the club purchases products with a favourable energy label when purchasing new equipment.
Al gedurende enige tijd wordt bij golfclub Zwolle aandacht besteed aan het gebruik van energie, in het milieuzorgplan is dit ook meegenomen als apart thema. Dit plan bevat o.a. beleid, en ambities om verantwoord om te gaan met energie. Verbruiksgegevens per onderdeel worden jaarlijks bijgehouden om deze later te kunnen analyseren. Maatregelen die genomen zijn om verbruik te minimaliseren zijn o.a. het installeren van een boiler die werkt op zonne energie, het installeren van bewegingsmelders en spaarlampen. Ook wordt er bij de inkoop van nieuwe apparatuur gekeken naar het product met het meest gunstige energie label.
Sources & Consumption
No energy surveys have been undertaken at Golfclub Zwolle.
Golfclub Zwolle does not consume any renewable energy or resources.
Consumption of non-renewable energy and resources at Golfclub Zwolle:
| 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | |
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| 124219 | 119319 | 120880 | |
| 13253 | 14857 | 14424 | |
| 11868 | 12312 | 11190 | |
| 938 | 978 | 843 |
Energy Efficiency
Golfclub Zwolle is undertaking the following activities to diversify energy and fuel supply:
| Installation of photovoltaic and / or solar panels | A solar panel is installed which provides energy for the boiler. |
| Use of biodiesel and /or ethanol | Bio lubricants are used for the maintenance of the machines |
| Use of electric hybrid vehicles | Electrical golfcarts are used |
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Golfclub Zwolle is undertaking the following activities to reduce energy consumption:
| Upgrading of building insulation |
Modern insulation techniques where used during construction. |
| Installation of low-energy lighting |
Energy-saving lighting is attained through the use of as many energy-saving 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 Golfclub Zwolle uses the following fuel sources:
| Ride-on Mowers | Walking Mowers | Utility Vehicles | |
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| 100% | |||
| 100% | 80% | ||
| 20% | |||
Additional vehicles operated by Golfclub Zwolle use the following fuel sources:
| Golf Carts | Cars | Buses | |
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| 100% | |||
Golfclub Zwolle has not initiated any schemes to encourage reductions in staff and customer transport emissions.
Products & Supply Chains
The restaurant and pro-shop are outsourced and purchasing is not subject to specific guidelines. The pro-shop is stocked by a shopkeeper from another golf course.
Local suppliers and products are used as much as possible in purchasing done for the golf course. There is a preference for bulk packaging and various products are delivered in BigBags. This is also valid for the purchase of materials like the use of FSC-certified wood and recycled plastic (hazard poles).
The use of chemical fertilisers is minimised allowing for the greater use of organic fertilisers. Yearly soil analyses support this manner of application. Pesticides are only used on the golf course when there are symptoms indicating the advent of pests or diseases. Water usage is minimised by using surfactants and soil improvers (matrix, store-it).
Various measures are being taken to minimise and separate waste. Waste collection of chemical substances, glass, paper, metal and green waste is done separately.
Het restaurant wordt verpacht hiervoor worden er geen bijzondere voorschriften gehanteerd in het inkoopbeleid. Ditzelfde geld voor de proshop, deze wordt bevoorraad door shophouder van een andere golfbaan, ook hiervoor worden er geen bijzondere acties ondernomen.
Bij het inkoopbeleid van de baan word er zoveel mogelijk gebruik gemaakt van producten van lokale leveranciers. Hierin wordt getracht e.e.a. in bulkvoorraden af te nemen, zo worden verschillende producten aangeleverd in BigBags. Het zelfde geld voor gebruik van materialen denk daarbij ook aan gebruik van bijvoorbeeld hout met FSC keurmerk en gerecycled plastic (hazard palen).
De in te zetten messtoffen worden geminimaliseerd zodat het aandeel organische mestof groter wordt. Door jaarlijks bodemanalyses te nemen is hierop goed in te spelen. Bestrijdingsmiddelen die een toelating voor golfbanen hebben alleen inzetten als zich ziekte of plaag symptomen aandienen. Het gebruik van water terugdringen door het inzetten van oa. surfactants en bodemverbeteraars (matrix, store-it).
Er worden verschillende maatregelen genomen om afval te minimaliseren en te scheiden, denk aan het gescheiden inzamelen van chemisch-, glas-, papier- en metaal- en groen afval.
Purchasing Policies
Golfclub Zwolle undertakes the following ethical / environmental purchasing activities:
| Selection of certified 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. |
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Economic Multiplier
An overview of the supplier network at Golfclub Zwolle:
| Total number of suppliers | Total number of suppliers within 10 Kilometres | Total number of suppliers within 100 Kilometres | |
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| 3 | 1 | ||
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Turfgrass Inputs
Golfclub Zwolle undertakes the following IPM activities:
| 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 |
Prevention of soil compaction and thatch is a part of regular maintenance. |
| Managing surface moisture | Soil moisture is regularly measured |
| Scouting for pests and diseases | The head-greenkeeper is alert on pests and diseases. |
| 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 Golfclub Zwolle in the last three years:
| 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | |||||
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| Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | ||
| Greens | N | 123 kg | 115 kg | 22 kg | 215 kg | 207 kg | |
| P | 19 kg | 25 kg | 30 kg | 24 kg | |||
| K | 90 kg | 230 kg | 69 kg | 227 kg | 182 kg | ||
| Tees | N | 32 kg | 62 kg | 27 kg | 81 kg | 115 kg | |
| P | 3 kg | 28 kg | 8 kg | 29 kg | 26 kg | ||
| K | 45 kg | 41 kg | 43 kg | 50 kg | 71 kg | ||
| Fairways | N | 415 kg | 511 kg | 533 kg | 578 kg | 1166 kg | |
| P | 110 kg | 200 kg | 245 kg | 165 kg | 371 kg | ||
| K | 635 kg | 209 kg | 833 kg | 314 kg | 755 kg | ||
Pesticide use at Golfclub Zwolle in the last three years:
| 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | |||||
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| Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | Organic | Inorganic | ||
| Greens | Fungicide | 11 kg | |||||
| Herbicide | 1,5 kg | ||||||
| Insecticide | |||||||
| Tees | Fungicide | ||||||
| Herbicide | 3 kg | ||||||
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| Fairways | Fungicide | ||||||
| Herbicide | 19 kg | ||||||
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| Semi-Rough | Fungicide | ||||||
| Herbicide | 16 kg | ||||||
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| Rough | Fungicide | ||||||
| Herbicide | 19 kg | ||||||
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Golfclub Zwolle 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 |
The ideal nozzle is chosen depending on the substances used and the type of weather, thereby realising effectiveness and optimisation. |
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Waste Management
No waste audits have been undertaken at Golfclub Zwolle.
Golfclub Zwolle manages key waste streams as follows:
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Golfclub Zwolle undertakes the following activities to continue the lifecycle of materials and resources:
| Separation of recyclable materials |
Various materials are recycled. |
| Returning clipping to fairways and walkways |
Fairway grass is not removed but remains on the fairway. |
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Environmental Quality
Environmental care is being given a lot of attention nowadays. Think for instance about climate change as a result of human activity. It is easy and tempting to place the responsibility for environmental care in the hands of others or to entrust it to higher institutions. This is not the right attitude since a lot can be done at individual and local levels. Therefore, Golf Club Zwolle has made environmental conservation a central theme in their policy. Their environmental care policy explains the club’s ambitions concerning the golf course and aims to take conservation to the next level.
Tegenwoordig word er steeds meer aandacht besteed aan de zorg voor het milieu. Denk bijvoorbeeld maar aan de ontwikkelingen rondom de veranderingen van klimaat als gevolg van het menselijk handelen. Zorg voor het milieu is ook iets waarvoor de verantwoordelijkheid makkelijk bij anderen of op een hoger niveau gelegd wordt. Dit is onterecht, want ook op individueel of lokaal niveau is er met betrekking tot de milieuzorg winst te behalen. Om deze reden is ook Golfclub Zwolle is betrokken bij het thema milieuzorg. Zo is er beleid opgesteld in de vorm van een milieuzorgplan waarin o.a de ambitie van de golfbaan zijn opgenomen, om de milieuzorg op een hoger niveu te krijgen.
Water Analysis
Golfclub Zwolle monitors water quality with the following frequency:
| Chemical | Biological | Visual | |
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| Daily | |||
| Three Yearly | Three Yearly | Daily |
Waste Water
Waste water from Golfclub Zwolle is managed as follows:
| Discharges to | Formal Discharge Agreement | |
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| N/A | Y | |
| Via Oil Separator | Y | |
| Via Oil Separator | Y | |
| Via Oil Separator | Y |
Hazardous Materials
Hazardous materials at Golfclub Zwolle are handled and disposed of as follows:
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Pollution Prevention
Golfclub Zwolle 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. |
| Mixing of pesticides and fertilizers over impervious surfaces |
Fertilisers are mixed on a fluid-sealed floor. |
| Installation of above-ground fuel tanks | there is an above-ground fuel tank with secondary containment. |
| Installation of sufficient secondary containment for fuel | there is an above-ground fuel tank with secondary containment. |
| Provision of containment booms and absorbent materials |
The drip container of the fuel tank meets all legislative criteria and is large enough. |
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Golfclub Zwolle 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. |
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People & Communities
Currently, no activities have been organised to communicate the club’s nature- and environmental policies or to promote the golf course. Certification will provide a reason to commence these communication activities.
However, there has been ample contact with the golf course’s neighbouring parties throughout the years. Meetings are organised regularly by the executive committee to inform and discuss the developments of the golf course.
Tot op heden geen activiteiten ontplooid. Als de certificering is uitgevoerd, zal dat een reden zijn om communicatieactiviteiten te starten ter promotie van de golfbaan en het beleid m.b.t. natuur en milieu.
Wat wel al jaren gebeurd is het onderhouden van de contacten met de directe buren van de golfbaan. Op gezette tijden neemt het bestuur van de vereniging initiatief tot het organiseren van een ontmoering met de buren, wwarin verteld wordt over het wel en wee van de baan en de ruimte wordt gegeven aan vragen en discussie.
Employment & Education
Typical staffing levels at Golfclub Zwolle are:
| Full Time | Part Time | Seasonal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | ||
| 5 | 1 | ||
| 2 | 8 | ||
| - | - | ||
| 2 | 1 | ||
| 3 | |||
| 2 |
The environmental working group at Golfclub Zwolle is comprised of:
- Course Manager
- Committee Members
- Technical Specialist
- Club members
Employees at Golfclub Zwolle 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 pesticides. Applying pesticides and chemicals is only done by employees with a license. |
| Management of accidents and emergencies |
Staff is trained on several issues. Much is done to prevent accidents and emergencies, when they do happen, date and time are recorded in a log. |
| Health & Safety | Staff is trained on health & safety issues. |
| Enviromental management planning | The management plans that are used, are cummunicated wit the employees. |
| Activity | Description |
|---|
Community Relations
Golfclub Zwolle engages with local community groups in the following manner:
| Neighbours | The golf club is in contact with the neighbours |
| Local Government |
The golf club has good contact with the local government. |
| Local Businesses | Local business is involved in sponsor progammes. |
| Schools & Colleges | Contacts with Landstede Opleidingen and AOC De Groene Welle |
| Activity | Description |
|---|
Land Use & Cultural Heritage
Golfclub Zwolle provides access and diversified land use for others through:
| Maintenance of existing public paths | Their is a public cycle path and a public footpath. |
| Activity | Description |
|---|
No archaeological or heritage surveys have been undertaken at Golfclub Zwolle.
Golfclub Zwolle does not consult any organizations regarding the conservation of cultural heritage.
Golfclub Zwolle undertakes the following activities to conserve cultural heritage features:
| Historic Features (Hedgerows / Dykes / Moats / Cairns etc) | Historic features like old trees and undulations are maintaned, and looked after. |
| Activity | Description |
|---|
Communications
Golfclub Zwolle undertakes the following internal environmental communications:
| Provision of newsletters, notice boards & poster displays |
There is information available for members, about species that can bee seen on the course. Clubmembers are informed via the website, a frequent newsletter and notice boards in the clubhouse. |
| Interpretation panels & course signage |
Information- and warning signs are placed at the entrance of the terrain. |
| Activity | Description |
|---|
Golfclub Zwolle undertakes the following social and environmental advocacy activities:
| Course walks / open days | Yearly open day to promote the golfsport and the golfclub |
| Activity | Description |
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