Golfbaan de Rottebergen - Golf Environment Organization

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Golfbaan de Rottebergen
GEO CertifiedTM Report 2009
About the programme
GEO CertifiedTM is the symbol of great golf environments worldwide – an ecolabel credibly
representing a golf club’s commitment, efforts and results around sustainability, having met
practical criteria in the areas of nature, water, energy, supply chains, environmental quality,
and communities.
Widely endorsed by a growing number of golf organizations and people working in golf, GEO
CertifiedTM is trusted as an effective and straightforward way for clubs to assess the work
they’re doing, improve where needed, and focus on continually improving, in a way that
meets modern-day expectations and standards.
The ecolabel is administered by the Golf Environment Organization with funding and
collaboration throughout the industry. The credibility of the ecolabel is assured through
independent on-site verification every three years; transparency of criteria setting, evaluation
processes, and reporting; an emphasis on continual improvement; and by working to a
comprehensive definition of sustainability mapped specifically to golf. More in-depth
information about GEO, credibility, transparency, governance, and ecolabel benefits can be
found on golfenvironment.org.
This report is publicly available online and contains the information provided by Golfbaan de
Rottenbergen as well as the independent verifiers report and recommendations – ensuring
transparency in reporting as well as a way for members, visitors and the wider community to
read about the good work being done by the golf club.
About this Report
Publication of this report indicates that Golfbaan de Rottebergen has been assessed against
the GEO Certification Criteria and awarded GEO Certified™ status.
Each section of this document covers a key area of environmentally sound golf facility
management. As defined by the Golf Environment Organization, these are: Nature, Landscape
& Heritage, Water, Turf, Waste, Energy, Education & Awareness and Management Planning.
To maintain this award Golfbaan de Rottebergen will be re-certified by a GEOSA Accredited
Verifier before October 21st 2012.
Authors
Joris Slooten
Lisa Noorland
Jacqueline Lambrechtse
Guido Hamelink
GEO Sustainability Associate,
Accredited Verifier
Driving the Green
™
Facility Details
Golfbaan de Rottebergen is a golf facility comprising:
Courses
•
Golfbaan De Rottebergen (18 holes)
Clubhouses
•
Golfclub De Hooge Bergsche
Other
•
Pro Shop
•
Practice Facilities
•
On Course Toilet Facilities
Nature
The Golf Course is situated between the Higher and the Lower ‘Bergsche Bos’ (woods). These
woods belong to a long-stretched recreational area in between the city of Rotterdam and
several Town which collectively fall under the council of Lansingerland. This area is designed
for recreational and nature enhancement and protection purposes.
Since the number of inhabitants of the surrounding area has grown exponentially, since 2007
advanced plans have been made to extend the area with another 170 ha. As part of this
extension the golf course would be enlarged from 18 to 27 holes. With this extension it is
important that golf course is integrated with the existing landscape, and that the golf course
keeps it public character by allowing for more footpaths and cycle paths.
De golfbaan is gelegen in het Hoge- en Lage Bergsche Bos dat deel uitmaakt van een
langgerekt recreatiegebied tussen de gemeenten Lansingerland en Rotterdam. Dit gebied
heeft als bestemming recreatie en natuur. Vanwege de grote groei van het aantal inwoners in
de omringende gemeenten, liggen er vanaf medio 2007 inmiddels ver gevorderde plannen om
het gebied met nog eens 170 hectare uit te breiden. Hierbij is er ook ruimte gelaten voor een
uitbreiding van de golfbaan van 18 naar 27 holes. Daarbij wordt gesteld dat de golfbaan in het
bestaande landschap wordt ingepast, waarbij de golfbaan zijn openbare karakter zal
behouden door het aanbrengen van (nog meer) wandel - en fietspaden door dit uit te breiden
gedeelte.
Designations
Golfbaan de Rottebergen features areas that are designated or protected at the following
levels:
•
Local Government
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Surveys
The following ecological surveys have been undertaken:
Title
Author
Date
Botanical
committee committed to green
2008-12-31
Birds
2008-12-31
Mammals
2008-12-31
Invertebrates
2008-12-31
Amphibians
2008-12-31
Fungi
2008-12-31
Butterflies
2008-12-31
Mosses
2008-12-31
Insects
2008-12-31
Habitats
Estimated area of habitats at Golfbaan de Rottebergen:
•
Rough ‘ecological’ grassland: 20 ha; of Local Importance
•
Scrub and shrub vegetation: 5 ha; of Local Importance
•
Native woodland: 10 ha; of Local Importance
•
Open water features: 5 ha; of Local Importance
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Golfbaan de Rottebergen has undertaken the following activities to improve the landscape
ecology of the site:
•
Increase the size of habitat patches
•
Connect internal habitat patches
•
Connect patches with external habitats
•
Create new habitat corridors
•
Improve and diversify habitat edges
Species
Rare, protected and notable species occurring at Golfbaan de Rottebergen [Latin names]:
•
Asterophora lycoperdoides (poederzwamgast)
•
Daldinia concentrica (Kogelhoutskoolzwam)
•
Argynnis paphia (Keizersmantel)
•
Anas Clypteata (Kneu)
•
Cuculus Canorus (Koekoek)
•
Picus viridus (Groene Specht)
•
Sterna Hirundo (Visdief)
•
Saxicola rubetra (Paapje)
Consultation
Golfbaan de Rottebergen consults with the following nature conservation organisations:
•
Natuur -en Vogelwacht Rotta
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Activities
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has undertaken the following activities to enhance nature
protection:
Activity
Description
Enlarge variety
Enlarge variety of animal and plant life of the smallest surface by
expand the ecotopes (water, dumbs, reeds and banks).
Minimize
fertilizers
All maintenance is environmentally friendly. Minimize and only if
necessary fertilizers applied. During maintenance severely restricted
use is made of fertilizers and other protective chemical substances
Waste collect
and recycle
Waste products from maintenance are recycled into the growth areas of
the golf course. Domestic waste found on the golf course (cans etc.) are
collected, divided into different waste product groups and recycled or
collected by a waste processing.
Minimize water
use
Water used for watering different areas of the golf course is collected
from near-by surface water and water use is kept to a minimum. Twice
a year the fairways are aired and sanded to aid the drainage of water.
Pesticides use
only to combat
Pesticides are only used to combat plant illness and only ever used as a
last resort.
Aims & Objectives
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has the following key objectives for maximizing its ecological value:
•
Enlarge variety of animal and plant life of the smallest surface by expand the ecotopes
(water, dumbs, reeds and banks).
Landscape & Heritage
The area in which the Golf Course is situated, is part of the so-called ‘veenplassen’ (peat
waters).
The peat was dug out and dredged between the 13th and 18th century, until the fertile clay
soil was exposed. The area flooded and was destroyed. The land of the peat waters was
reclaimed between 1772 and 1785, which allowed for these areas to be cultivated and
populated and become prosperous. Bergschenhoek, the town which the Golf Course is part of,
was the first town to receive aid from the Dutch State at the time to fund the reclamation of
the land. The reclamation of the land was executed by mills. From historical documentation it
can be deduced that mills have stood on the sites of the current hole 5, 6 and 7 and around the
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main entrance to the golf course. During the 1970s some of the area was used as a rubbish
dump, which has again been reclaimed and currently numerous holes are constructed on top
of it.
The resulting landscape is hillier than the surrounding area which offers golf players a great
challenge.
Het gebied waarin de golfbaan gelegen is, maakt deel uit van de zogenaamde veenplassen. In
de 13e tot de 18e eeuw is het aanwezige veenpakket afgegraven en weggebaggerd tot op de
vruchtbare kleilaag, waardoor er een ondergelopen en door vervening verwoest gebied
resteerde. Droogmaking van de veenplassen, die werd uitgevoerd in de jaren 1772 – 1785,
heeft het mogelijk gemaakt om de gebieden weer bewoonbaar en welvarend te maken.
Overigens was Bergschenhoek, de gemeente waaronder het grondgebied van de golfbaan
valt, de eerste gemeente waar de drooglegging van de veenplassen werd bekostigd door de
Nederlandse Staat. Het droogleggen van de veenplassen werd uitgevoerd met behulp van
molengangen. Uit documentatie over het terrein zoals het in vroegere tijden was, kan worden
opgemaakt dat er ter plaatse van de huidige holes 5, 6 en 7 en in de omgeving van de
hoofdingang van de golfbaan molens hebben gestaan.
Designations
Golfbaan de Rottebergen features the following landscape designations:
•
Areas of Scenic Beauty
•
National Park
Golfbaan de Rottebergen does not feature any cultural heritage designations or protected
features.
Surveys
The following landscape assessments and appraisals been carried out at the site:
Date
Title
2009-02-19
Committed to Green Certificate
No archaeological or heritage surveys have been carried out at this site.
Consultation
Golfbaan de Rottebergen does not consult with organisations responsible for landscape and
cultural heritage issues.
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Activities
Golfbaan de Rottebergen undertakes the following activities to enhance landscape and
cultural heritage:
Activity
Description
Create
phsical space
for plants
and animals
In the rough there is a lot of space for plants and herbs to develop, which
is encouraged by a restricted maintenance. We aim to enhance bio
diversity in both plant and animal life.
Expand
ecotopes
We expand aim to expand the ecotopes ‘water and banks’ and ‘reedland’
by allowing more space for these eco topes to develop. No pesticides are
ever used on the rough.
Ecological
management
More grassland will be converted into rough with the accompanying
ecological management. More physical space is given to the development
of flora and fauna. The frequency of the maintenance of these areas is
kept at a minimum, to allow for growth.
Aims & Objectives
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has the following key objectives for conserving or enhancing its
landscape and cultural heritage value:
•
Biodiversity and accompanying ecological management of flora and fauna
Water
Water is used for the watering of different areas of the golf course. The water needed for
keeping the grass green, healthy and alive is limited by using a special type of grass for the
greens and the tees (‘Roodzwenk grasses’), which are areas that typically demand the most
water.
By installing a computer controlled and very modern watering system, we can restrict the
amount of water that is given by the water system. We can also ensure that the water is
targeted to specific dry areas by being able to control all sprinklers individually.
Furthermore our greenkeepers are committed to keeping the use of water to a minimum.
The water we use to water the golf course is drawn from the surface water from the
surrounding areas, for which we pay an annual fee to the local authority.
Water is drained into the sewage system it is connected with. If water is polluted however, for
example from cleaning machinery, then it is put into an oil and fat division device first, before
being released into the sewage system. The resulting oil and fat waste is removed by a
professional waste processing company.
Door Exploitatie Mij. de Rottebergen zijn reeds bij de aanleg diverse stappen ondernomen om
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het waterverbruik te beperken.
In eerste instantie zijn er voor de oppervlaktes die het meeste water vragen (greens en tees)
niet productieve grasmengsels gebruikt. (Roodzwenkgrassen) In tegenstelling tot de
productieve grassen
(bijvoorbeeld Engels Rai) is er veel minder water per dag per green nodig om deze groen en in
leven te houden. Als tweede waterbeperkende maatregel is de gehele golfbaan inmiddels
voorzien van een zeer moderne, gecomputeriseerd beregeningsysteem.
Naast het gebruik van de juiste grasmengsels en het toepassen van een optimaal
beregeningsysteem, zijn het zeker de greenkeepers die bijdragen aan het zorgvuldige
verbruik van water. Door middel van voortdurend anticiperen op de droge en natte perioden
in de baan.
Consumption
Water sources
Primary Source
Secondary Source (if used)
Clubhouse
Public / Potable
N/A
Golf Courses
Recycled Drainage &
Irrigation
N/A
Accommodation
Public / Potable
N/A
Maintenance facility
Recycled Drainage &
Irrigation
N/A
Other
Public / Potable
N/A
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Water consumption (m3)
2006
2007
2008
Clubhouse
2728
3449
2442
Golf Courses
24372
12749
20866
Accommodation
N/A
N/A
N/A
Maintenance facility
N/A
N/A
N/A
Other
N/A
N/A
N/A
Irrigation
The following areas are irrigated:
Area name
Approx. Hectarage
Greens
1 ha
Tees
1 ha
Fairways
14 ha
putting/chipping green
0.7 ha
Golfbaan de Rottebergen irrigation system is Semi-automatic.
This irrigation system is serviced every 12 months.
This irrigation system is upgraded every 1 years.
This irrigation system is calibrated every 1 years.
Golfbaan de Rottebergen do not incorporate evapotranspiration rates and weather data into
their irrigation programme.
Golfbaan de Rottebergen does not monitor soil water content.
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Analysis
Golfbaan de Rottebergen undertakes environmental monitoring of water quality.
Chemical
Biological
Last Test Date
Tester
Inflow
No
No
On-site
No
Yes
2008-02-12
E. Beckmann
Outflow
No
Yes
2008-02-12
E. Beckmann
The key findings of these tests were:
From the water research shows that the ph values are high. The calcium and magnesium
grade is nationwide high. Rich foods do affect aquatic life. Restrict pesticides near open
water.
Activities
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has undertaken the following activities to conserve / reduce /
minimise water consumption:
•
Minimise irrigated area
•
Irrigate in the evenings
•
De-compact the soil
•
Grass species selection
•
Regular inspections for irrigation system leaks
•
Soil moisture analysis
•
Use of wetting agents
Golfbaan de Rottebergen undertakes the following activities to protect and enhance water
quality:
•
Maintain vegetative buffers
•
No spray zones
•
Pest and disease tolerant grass selection
•
Informed selection of fertiliser type
•
Informed selection of pesticides (least toxic, least persistent)
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Aims & Objectives
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has the following key objectives for conserving water quality and
minimizing water consumption:
•
Fertilizer use and pesticides minimize near open water
•
Anticipate weather and use of correct grass mixtures
Turf
The characteristics of the grass, growing medium, location and intensity of play are all taken
into account.
Hierbij wordt gekeken naar de eigenschappen van het gras, groeimedium, locatie en
intensiviteit van het spelen.
Golfbaan de Rottebergen maintains the following turfgrass species:
Greens
•
Fescue (Festuca rubra)
•
Browntop bent (Agrostis tenuis)
Surrounds & Approaches
•
Smooth-stalked Meadow-grass / Kentucky bluegrass (Poa pratensis)
Tees
•
•
Perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne)
Fairways
•
•
Semi-rough
•
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Golfbaan de Rottebergen regularly undertakes the following practices to improve turf health:
•
Hollow Coring - 3 times per year
•
Top Dressing - 10 times per year
•
Micro Tining - 2 times per year
•
Scarification - 10 times per year
•
Verticutting - 2 times per year
•
Deep Anti Compaction - 2 times per year
•
Rolling - 22 times per year
Nutrition
The fertilizer program we use takes into consideration the needs of the desired grass species.
Other factors that must be taken into account are the growing medium, location and intensity
of play. The goal is to maintain the proper amounts of nutrients ensuring healthy, stress
resistant turf avoiding excessive growth with all its accompanying problems.
Bij het kiezen naar grassoort (meststof programma) kijken we naar de eigenschappen van het
gras. Andere factoren die meespelen zijn groeimedium, locatie en de intensiteit van het
spelen.
The greenkeeping staff feed the following areas of the golf course:
•
Greens
•
Tees
•
Fairways
The nutrition programme at Golfbaan de Rottebergen is informed by:
•
Soil Analysis
•
Visual Appearance
•
Sward Density
Fertiliser use in 2008
Nitrogen (kg/year)
Phosphate (kg/
year)
Potassium (kg/year)
Greens &
surround
165
31
195
Tees
159
41
106
Fairways
62
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Nitrogen (kg/year)
Phosphate (kg/
year)
Potassium (kg/year)
Greens &
surround
170
35
205
Tees
160
40
100
Fairways
60
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Nitrogen (kg/year)
Phosphate (kg/
year)
Potassium (kg/year)
Greens &
surround
170
35
205
Tees
160
40
100
Fairways
60
8
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Pest & Disease Control
Pest and disease control are implemented only when needed. Our approach is not preventive
but curative in the earliest state of development. If a problem is identified cultural and
biological practices are first looked at for a possible solution.
Only as a last resort are pesticides brought into use.
Pest en ziektebestrijding worden alleen uitgevoerd indien dit noodzakelijk is. Onze aanpak is
niet preventief, maar curatief in vroege stadium. Er wordt eerst gekeken naar het probleem en
de oplossingen zonder bestrijdingsmiddelen. Als laatste oplossing wordt hiervoor gekozen.
Pesticide use:
•
Fungicides - If Necessary
•
Herbicides - If Necessary
•
Insecticides - Never
•
Lumbricides - Never
•
Growth Regulator - Never
Golfbaan de Rottebergen keeps detailed records of pesticide application.
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Pesticide use in 2008
Fungicide
Active
ingredient
Herbicide
Insecticide
kg
Active
ingredient
kg
Azoxystrobin
50%
1
2.4D 250 9/1,
MCPA 166 9/1,
Dicamba 50
9/1
2
Boscalid 26,7%,
Pyraclostrobin
6,7%
6
5
Tees
2.4D 250 9/1,
MCPA 166 9/1,
Dicamba 50
9/1
30
Fairways
2.4D 250 9/1,
MCPA 166 9/1,
Dicamba 50
9/1
Greens &
Surrounds
Active
ingredient
kg
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Fungicide
Active
ingredient
Herbicide
Insecticide
kg
Active
ingredient
kg
Azoxystrobin
50%
1
2.4D 250 9/1,
MCPA 166 9/1,
Dicamba 50
9/1
1
Boscalid 26,7%,
Pyraclostrobin
6,7%
9
7
Tees
2.4D 250 9/1,
MCPA 166 9/1,
Dicamba 50
9/1
20
Fairways
2.4D 250 9/1,
MCPA 166 9/1,
Dicamba 50
9/1
Greens &
Surrounds
Active
ingredient
kg
15
Fungicide
Active
ingredient
Herbicide
Insecticide
kg
Active
ingredient
kg
1
2.4D 250 9/1,
MCPA 166 9/1,
Dicamba 50
9/1
2
5
Tees
2.4D 250 9/1,
MCPA 166 9/1,
Dicamba 50
9/1
40
Fairways
2.4D 250 9/1,
MCPA 166 9/1,
Dicamba 50
9/1
Greens &
Surrounds
Azoxystrobin
50%
Active
ingredient
kg
Thresholds for using pesticides at Golfbaan de Rottebergen:
On evidence of actual damage
Golfbaan de Rottebergen selects pesticides with the following attributes:
•
Toxicity - Low
•
Persistence - Low
•
Solubility - Low
•
Specificty - High
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Scouting at Golfbaan de Rottebergen:
Frequency / month
Scout
Greens
30
Superintendent
Tees
10
Superintendent
Fairways
10
Superintendent
Semi Rough
10
Superintendent
Activites
Golfbaan de Rottebergen undertakes the following activities to minimise / reduce pesticide
use:
Activit
y
Description
The
fertiliz
er
progra
m
A management program with sound cultural practices is for us the best way to
avoid over use of pesticides. - Careful use of fertilizers - Thatch management Dew (leaf wetness) control - Proper irrigation practices - Soil aeration
Aims & Objectives
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has the following key objectives for achieving high quality playing
surfaces in an environmentally responsible manner:
•
A management program that is developed on sound cultural practices will be the most
environmently friendly way to maintain quality turf.
Waste
Waste products are divided in different types of categories that are collected separately and
recycled or reused where possible. If we are not able to recycle waste then it is collected by a
special waste disposal company. We differentiate between waste from fruit and vegetables,
paper, glass and plastics. Green organic waste, which is a by-product of the maintenance of
the golf course, is collected and reused into the growth areas of the golf course. In the future
we would like to be able to create our own compost on our premises.
Waste that is dangerous to the environment such as oil, fats and lubricants or chemical
substances that are used for the protection of plants, crops and grass are all stored separately
in tanks and specially ventilated cupboards with water resistant flooring. When such waste is
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released, for example as a result of cleaning machines, the waste water will be put through a
device which separates these products, and the waste resulting from that process will be
removes by a special waste disposal company.
De afvalstromen zijn in verschillende categorieën verdeel en worden zoveel mogelijk
gescheiden ingezameld en opgeslagen in de daarvoor bestemde containers of
verzamelplaatsen. Van daaruit worden deze aan de afvalverwerkingsbedrijven aangeboden.
Olie, vetten en smeermiddelen komen vrij bij het schoonmaken van machines, zodoende is
daarvoor een speciale wasplaats aangewezen. Deze wasplaats is voorzien van een olie- en
vetafscheider. Het afgescheiden materiaal wordt opgeslagen in een tank welke 1x per maand
wordt leeggezogen door een afvalverwerkingsbedrijf.
Na het gebruik van gewasbeschermingsmiddelen worden ook die machines gereinigd op
genoemde wasplaats. Dit afvalwater wordt zo ook afgevoerd naar een erkend
verwerkingsbedrijf.
Management
Waste streams for Golfbaan de Rottebergen
Avoid
Glass
Plastic
Aluminium
Metal
Paper
Cardboard
Electrical
Grass
Clippings
Cores
Reuse
Recycle
Landfill
Incineration
Registered
Uplift
2009
Totals
(kg)
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
0
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
0
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
0
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
0
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
0
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
0
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
0
No
No
No
Yes
No
No
0
No
No
No
Yes
No
No
0
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Turf
No
No
No
Yes
No
No
0
No
No
No
Yes
No
No
0
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
0
No
No
No
Yes
No
No
0
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
0
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
0
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
0
Pesticide
Containers
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
0
Fertiliser
Bags
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
0
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
0
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
0
Sand
Wood /
Timber
Leaves
Detergents
Cooking
Oils
Lubricants
Oil Filters
Batteries
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has secure storage for hazardous material.
Hazardous materials are in locked cabinet.
Strored in separate storage with ventilation and container for any leakage. Outside storage of
hazardous materials equipped with symbols.
Surveys
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has undertaken a waste audit:
2009-01-01 - E. Steehouwer
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Waste Water
Golfbaan de Rottebergen manages its water as follows:
Discharges to:
Legally
Compliant?
Formal Discharge
Agreement
Clubhouse
Mains Sewer
Yes
N/A
Accommodation
Mains Sewer
Yes
N/A
Maintenance
Facility
Septic Tank
Yes
N/A
Wash Pad
Septic Tank
Yes
N/A
Activities
Golfbaan de Rottebergen undertakes the following activities to reduce resource consumption
or minimise waste:
Annual registration
•
Annual registration of gas, water and electricity use so we can read or modify waste by
example by purchasing energy-saving light bulbs or shower faucets.
Minimize grass waste
•
Restrictive use of fertilizers or chemical substances for the protection of grass
Aims & Objectives
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has the following key objectives for reducing, re-using and recycling
waste, and minimizing resource consumption at source:
•
Electric, water and gas saving measures
•
grass green waste processing
Energy
We try to restrict the use of energy as much as possible. We take special care when buying
machines for maintenance or other devices that they are environmentally friendly and use a
minimal amount of energy. We are looking into collecting our own energy by installing solar
panels, if technically possible. We use energy-saving light bulbs and a high efficiency boiler.
Water-saving measures for the showers in the dressing rooms as well as for the catering area
are being prepared. Energy use is annually registered and these numbers are observed and
analyzed, as we are always looking for more ways to save energy.
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Wij proberen zoveel mogelijk aandacht te besteden aan besparende maatregelen voor
bijvoorbeeld gas, elektra en waterverbruik.
Voor zover bouwkundig mogelijk zullen zonnepanelen worden aangebracht.
Waterbesparende maatregelen voor de douches in de kleedkamers, maar ook voor de horeca
zijn in voorbereiding.
HR ketels en energiezuinige lampen zullen dan een feit zijn.
Het spreekt voor zich dat de ontwikkeling op de markt inzake energiebezuiniging en de
mogelijke toepassing, als ook de wetgeving nauwgezet gevolgd worden.
Consumption
Energy and fuel use in 2009
•
Electricity - 107724 Kwh
•
Gas - 19820 Cubic Metres
•
Diesel - 16000 Litres
•
Hydralic Oil - 1000 Litres
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
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Golfbaan de Rottebergen has taken the following measures to diversify energy and fuel
supply:
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Use of electric hybrid vehicles
Surveys
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has undertaken an Energy Audit:
2008-01-01 - E. Steehouwer
Carbon
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has not begun to carbon footprint its operations.
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Purchasing Policy and Sustainable Supply Chains
Golfbaan de Rottebergen informs suppliers of its environmental preferences:
Information on the golfclub website, Committed to Green website and information panels.
Purchasing policy for Golfbaan de Rottebergen
(1 = not important; 5 = very important)
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Performance Quality - 5
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Price - 5
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Supplier Service - 5
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Durability - 5
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Energy Efficiency - 5
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Recycleability - 5
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Pollution Risk - 5
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Packaging - 5
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Disposability - 5
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Local Produce - 5
Activities
Activities undertaken to record energy consumption:
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Gas, water and electricity use are recorded annually
Activities undertaken to reduce energy consumption:
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Water-saving measures for the showers in the dressing rooms and the catering area
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Annual collection and analysis of soil which can be used to reduce the amount
fertilizers used
Green purchasing activities undertaken:
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High efficiency boiler
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Energy saving lamps
Departments involved in energy saving activities:
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Management of the golf course
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All employees of the golf course
Aims & Objectives
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has the following key objectives for reducing energy use and
moving towards cleaner and renewable energy supplies:
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according to the annual registration limit consumption
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Education & Awareness
Knowledge
Employees of Golfbaan de Rottebergen receive the following formal and informal
environmental education:
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Pesticide storage, application and disposal
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Efficient water management
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Emergencies / accident management
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Habitat and vegetation management
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Waste minimisation, separation and recycling
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Health and safety
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Energy
Golfbaan de Rottebergen keeps formal staff training records for these departments:
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Greenkeeping
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Administrative
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Catering
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Accomodation
Golfbaan de Rottebergen keeps the following record of accidents in the workplace:
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Number
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Type
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Severity
Response plans for accidents and emergency situations at Golfbaan de Rottebergen
All employees are aware of emergency duties and have first aid certificate. All emergency
numbers are known and clearly stated.
Evaluated annually and all employees follow the refresher course.
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Communications
Golfbaan de Rottebergen undertakes the following internal environmental communications:
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Newsletters
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Members evenings
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Course walks
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Displaying awards
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Poster displays
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Course guides / brochures
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On-site interpretation panels
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Eco tables
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Magazine table
The most successful internal communications project at Golfbaan de Rottebergen has been:
Internal quarterly magazine with texts and pictures of Committee member.
News is also available at the golfcourse site, newsletter, bulletin board and dutch 'Committed
to Green' site.
Golfbaan de Rottebergen undertakes the following external environmental communications:
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Website
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Course walks / Open days
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Press releases
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Attending community meetings
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Brochures
The most successful external communications project at Golfbaan de Rottebergen has been:
All course information, flora and fauna, pictures and communication documents are visible on
the 'Committed to Green' site at this link:
http://www.uvmb-ems.eu/general/golfclub.php?loc_id=26
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Partnerships
Golfbaan de Rottebergen works with the following external groups:
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Local environmental groups
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Neighbours
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Media
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Local government
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Local community groups
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Schools
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Local businesses
The most successful partnership project at Golfbaan de Rottebergen has been:
The foundation 'ROTTA' (Nature and bird watch) handles all inventory, tour and information
sessions (Neighbours!)
The Committee provides planning, communication and evaluation committee.
Aims & Objectives
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has the following key objectives for educating and raising
environmental awareness amongst staff and golfers:
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Use of visible communication on site, magazine, sessions and tours
Management Planning
Environmental Management Plan
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has an Environmental Management Plan covering:
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Nature
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Landscape & Culture
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Water
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Turf
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Waste
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Energy
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The Management plan was first introduced: 2009-02-19
Golfbaan de Rottebergen review the management plan every:
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12 Months
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1 Years
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Golfbaan de Rottebergen monitor the progress of the scheme as follows:
Through the information of ROTTA and the 'Committed to Green' site (http://www.uvmbems.eu/general/golfclub.php?loc_id=26)
Working Group
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has an environmental working group, comprising the following
individuals/organisations:
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General Manager
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Course Manager
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Committee Members
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Technical Specialist
Accreditation
Golfbaan de Rottebergen does not belong to any other accreditation or award schemes.
Key national environmental legislation with which Golfbaan de Rottebergen complies:
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Environmental Law
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Environmental Law
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Environmental Law
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Environmental Law
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Environmental Law
Aims & Objectives
Golfbaan de Rottebergen has the following key objectives for effectively planning its
proactive and long-term environmental management:
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Fleshing out the main ecological function zone intermediate structure
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Providing more variety in animal and plant life
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Preserve nature
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Verifier Report
Overview of Report
Golf course Rottebergen is located in the High and Low Bergsche forest that is part of an
elongated recreation area between the municipalities Lansingerland and Rotterdam. At first
sight, because the golf course is located on a rubble landfill, the facility has little potential for
nature. However, we see a wide variety of plant and animal species including several red list
species. By introducing dry grasses and a modern irrigation system the facility tries to
minimize water consumption. Local environmental groups are involved in the maintenance off
the golf course. The dialogue between the various parties, the enthusiasm for the project
through various reports and reporting is sufficient basis for further certification and
sustainable development.
Guido Hamelink, GEO Accredited Verifier
Local Translation
Golfbaan De Rottebergen is gelegen in het Hoge- en Lage Bergsche bos dat deel uitmaakt van
een langgerekt recreatiegebied tussen de gemeenten Lansingerland en Rotterdam. Op het
eerste gezicht zou de golfbaan vanwege de ligging op een puinstort weinig potentie hebben
voor natuurontwikkeling. Kijken we echter beter, dan zien we een grote verscheidenheid aan
plant- en diersoorten met daaronder diverse rode lijstsoorten. Door het introduceren van
droogteminnende grassoorten en een modern irrigatiesysteem wordt getracht de
waterconsumptie te minimaliseren. Er is veel aandacht voor de golfbaan vanuit
natuurverenigingen in de omgeving en er wordt ook de ruimte gegeven aan hen zich te
mengen in het natuurbeheer. Door de samenspraak tussen de diverse partijen, de
enthousiasme voor het project en verslaglegging via diverse rapportages is er genoeg basis
voor certificering en een verdere duurzame ontwikkeling.
Observations
Nature
In 2008 there were 86 birds and 21 species of butterflies observed. This diversity of species,
plants and animals, is due to the variety of gradients and ecotopes. The golf course is an
important link between two nature reserves therefore the course has the function as
steppingstone. There is an extensive monitoring plan for the different groups of animal
species, like birds, mammals, butterflies, insects and invertebrates. This diversity is achieved
by including the different gradients and ecotopes as rough, water, forest and grassland. In the
coming years there are various measures planed to expand the areas rough and reeds. Current
treatment is purely from a raise of biodiversity. The facility might increase the results by
choosing more specific target species to keep an eye on the desired effect.
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Landscape & Heritage
The golf course is located in the peat lakes region, an area where in the past the peat was
removed and subsequently drained (18th century). For the reclamation windmills were used.
Mills that probably have been on the grounds of the golf course. The landscape has changed
significantly in relation to a century ago by the construction of the landfill debris. Feeling with
the present landscape is therefore limited. It would be good to get this relationship by
referring to certain elements in the field. We think for example of the mills that have made
possible the reclamation. Regarding the design of the golf course it is likely that the growth of
poplar thickets and a part of the sight lines is lost. It would be an enrichment for the job when
this attention.
Water
The surface on the golf course is located in connection with the water from areas that are
close situated. Trough the introduction of dry grass species and a modern irrigation system
the club is attempting to minimize water consumption. The water quality is under strong
pressure by the intensive glasshouse crops and farming. Over recent decades, the water
quality has been improved. Introduction of new techniques to recycle water, for example, the
use of rainwater for sanitary, brings in new options. These techniques can be examined on
usability, and be introduced n the club House renovation.
Turf
A consistent high quality of game elements is essential for the club. The desire to have a very
constant playing quality greens makes it difficult to experiment with, for example, a reduction
of fertilizers. On the other hand, there is at least made use of such additions, and there is a
choice for grass species as Fescue and Browntop bent on the greens. The rough and semi
rough are not being fertilized . By sufficient maintenance like aerating and sand dressing are
diseases, and fungi being held as much as possible. Insecticides aren’t used at all. Pest and
disease control are applied only in exceptional cases and only on an remedial base.
Waste
The golf course provides a separation of various waste streams. Recent years the
greenkeeping changed from dumping green waste to the collection and partial removal of it.
Branches and other remains are used for making shelters and natural secretions. The storing
of hazardous products meets the environmental laws. There is an facility to clean machines
and equipment provided with an oil and grease trap.
Energy
The golf course is trying to be energy efficient in so far as that is currently possible. The club’s
building’s will be redeveloped in the near future. There are great ambitions for this renovation
to implement sustainable measures such as solar panels. Up to that point will be placed HR
boilers and low energy light bulbs are used.
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For the operation of machinery and the use of materials the green keepers are equipped with
the appropriate knowledge and certificates. With regard to the environment, knowledge is
regularly brought through training, and also by the Commission that accompanied the
certification. There is an reading on a regular basis on the natural environment on the golf
course. There also is collaboration with local conservation groups and the local municipality.
In addition, communicate about these issues occurs through newsletters, and other available
means. The local conservation groups also provides educational trips on the golf course for
people that are living in the area. Trough brochures, posters, smart boards and panels further
information is available about sustainable management.
Management planning
There has been attention for sustainable management over a long time, in particular the
nature conservation part. Which resulted in the Committed to Green certificate in the year
2008. In consultation with the management, the contractor and the Wildlife Working Group,
there is being an constant examination held on how to realize the best way of nature
conservation. The responsible contractor has both a ISO 9001 and 14001 certification, and
sees the importance of good and lasting maintenance. The Commission consists of
representatives of the owners organization, the Golf Club de Hooge Bergsche, the local bird
conservation organization Natuur- en vogelwacht Rotta, and the contractor A.H.A. de Man.
Documentation Reviewed
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Environmental policy
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Environmental management plan
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Action plans & project proposals
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Certification report
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Minutes of meetings
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Newsletters
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External surveys and reports
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Internal reports
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Emergency incident plan
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Environmental data
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Register of accidents
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Training log
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Awareness raising materials
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Conclusions
Golf course Rottebergen is located in the High and Low Bergsche forest that is part of an
elongated recreation area between the municipalities Lansingerland and Rotterdam. At first
sight, because the golf course is located on a rubble landfill, the facility has little potential for
nature. However, we see a wide variety of plant and animal species including several red list
species. By introducing dry grasses and a modern irrigation system the facility tries to
minimize water consumption. Local environmental groups are involved in the maintenance off
the golf course. The dialogue between the various parties, the enthusiasm for the project
through various reports and reporting is sufficient basis for further certification and
sustainable development.
Recommendation
I Guido Hamelink, Golf Environment Organization Accredited Verifier, recommend that be
awarded GEO Certified status for excellence in environmental management.
About this Report
This report represents the opinion of an independent environmental professional accredited
by the Golf Environment Organization. The environmental performance of was assessed
against the GEO Certification criteria.
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