Environmental Sustainability

PartnershipS & INITIATIVES

BMP Hero Launches Across Colorado Golf Courses to Drive 100% Facility BMP Adoption - collaboration between RMGCSA, RMEGI, and BMP Hero sets a new standard for sustainability. BMP Hero, a revolutionary platform designed to simplify and streamline Best Management Practices (BMP) adoption, is now rolling out to golf courses across Colorado. The Rocky Mountain Golf Course Superintendents Association (RMGCSA) and the Rocky Mountain Environmental Golf Institute (RMEGI) have partnered with BMP Hero to spearhead the “Path to 100%” initiative, aiming to have every golf course in the state create and complete their facility-specific BMP guide.. Access the Press Release

Utah Golf Course Superintendents Association and Radius Sports Group Launch New Educational Video Showing Community and Ecosystem Services from Utah Golf Courses - new video shares how Utah golf courses help the environment and communities thrive with 17,000 acres of green infrastructure and $805M in economic impact. Access the Press Release

Radius Sports Group Partners with the Lone Star Golf Course Superintendents Association to Launch New Video Showing Mission of Superintendents and Community Benefits of Texas Golf Courses - new video shows ecosystem services gained from 85,000 acres of golf course green infrastructure and $7.4B in economic impact. Access the Press Release and View the Video

Nevada Golf Drives Positive Environmental and Economic Impacts for the State - new video shows golf course environmental stewardship, water conservation measures, wildlife habitat, and economic impact of $2B contributed from the Nevada golf industry. The Southern Nevada Golf Course Superintendents Association (SNGCSA) and Nevada Golf Alliance (NGA) in collaboration with Radius Sports Group have released a new video showing the mission of golf course superintendents toward environmental stewardship, conservation, and improved quality of life for Nevada residents. The video highlights ecosystem services gained from 13,000 acres of green infrastructure for wildlife habitat and nearly $2 billion of total economic impact in Nevada - Access the Press Release and View the Video

The Lone Star Golf Course Superintendents Association (LSGCSA) partnered with Radius Sports Group to develop the Texas Golf Industry BMP Guide. Texas, the largest state in the continental United States, is recognized for its rich history, agriculture, tourism, and a strong sense of American pride. There are more than 900 golf courses in the state, contributing over 98,000 jobs and $7.4 billion to the economy. The LSGCSA represents five regional state chapters comprised of dedicated agronomists, golf maintenance professionals, industry partners, and educators who are responsible for the maintenance and sustainability of golf courses throughout the state.  Visit the BMP Guide to learn more about the science-based practices implemented across Texas and the industry’s commitment toward providing valuable ecosystem services, quality playing conditions, jobs, and economic impact.

The Wisconsin Golf Course Superintendents Association (WGCSA) and Northern Great Lakes (NGL) chapter of the GCSA partnered with Radius Sports Group to develop the Wisconsin Golf Industry Best Management Practices Guide. Golf plays a special role within Wisconsin, as the industry generates $2.4 billion in total economic output, produces 38,431 jobs, and contributes $772 million in wage income. The Wisconsin BMP Guide covers 12 key areas including water quality management, pollinator protection, nutrient management, energy conservation, labor and staffing, and more! – Read More!

The Colorado Golf Economic & Environmental Impact Report is the first of its kind to integrate Sustainable Development Goals demonstrating local and global impacts. The Colorado golf industry occupies a critical place in the state, driving both economic impact and environmental stewardship. Colorado golf provides fitness, recreation, and time spent outdoors while driving $1.29B of direct economic impact and providing 33,061 acres of greenspace. The green infrastructure supports benefits for Colorado communities, including wildlife habitats, a reduction in the urban heat island effect, filtration of surface water runoff, and positive impacts on the overall health and well-being of community members. The Colorado Golf Economic & Environmental Impact Report was a collaborative effort between Radius Sports Group, the National Golf Foundation (NGF), and the Colorado Golf Coalition (CGC), comprised of the Colorado Golf Association (CGA), Mile High Chapter of the Club Management Association of America (Mile-High CMAA), Colorado Section of the PGA (COPGA), Rocky Mountain Golf Course Superintendents Association (RMGCSA).

Radius Sports Group worked in collaboration with the Connecticut Association of Golf Course Superintendents (CAGCS) to develop the Connecticut Golf Industry Best Management Practices Guide promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility throughout the state. The CAGCS, founded in 1929, is comprised of hard-working agronomists responsible for maintaining golf courses throughout the state. Golf plays a special role within Connecticut, as it is home to some of the oldest golf clubs in the country. Connecticut's terrain spans across coastal towns, mountains, plains, river valleys, urban centers, and forested areas. Connecticut golf BMPs cover 12 key areas including surface water management, water quality, pollinator protection, integrated pest management (IPM), energy conservation, and more. The BMPs align with Connecticut regulatory and sustainability efforts; courses are encouraged to collaborate within their communities to make a positive impact today and in the future!

Radius Sports Group and the Oklahoma Golf Course Superintendents Association (OKGCSA) collaborated using science-based guidelines to develop the Oklahoma Golf Industry Best Management Practices Guide covering 12 key areas for sustainable resource management. Oklahoma Golf Course Superintendents are committed to their communities and protecting natural resources throughout the state while creating high quality golf course playing surfaces that provide open greenspace and positively impact the economy. Read More!

The Rocky Mountain Golf Course Superintendents Association (RMGCSA) partnered with Radius Sports Group to complete a guide of golf industry best management practices - the Colorado Golf Industry Best Management Practices Guide is crucial for education, community relations, and the health of the Colorado golf and tourism industries. Using science-based guidelines this BMP guide covers 12 key areas to promote environmental stewardship and improve long-term environmental sustainability for Colorado golf courses.

Hawaii Golf Course Maintenance BMP Handbook Promotes Performance and Sustainability - Radius partners with the Hawai’i Golf Course Superintendents Association (HGCSA) to release first BMP guide aligned to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) - Visit the Hawai'i Golf BMP microsite and Read the BMP Handbook publication or Access the Press Release

Luxury Escapes interview with sustainability expert, Gina Rizzi, president of Radius Sports Group. Sustainability is central to the mission of Mauna Kea Beach Hotel & Golf Course - a property that encourages recycling resort-wide, hosts beach clean ups, provides pollinator habitats with six beehives onsite and locally produced honey, uses recycled water for irrigation of its golf courses, and promotes water and energy conservation throughout the resort. Read More

Radius Sports Group Partner Awarded the 2018 Environmental Leaders in Golf National Award for a Resort Course by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) and Golf Digest - Read More

Southern Nevada Golf Course Superintendents Association (SNGCSA) Partners with Radius Sports Group to Complete Nevada Golf Maintenance Best Management Practices Handbook - handbook promotes water conservation practices such as using recycled water for irrigation and design using a “target golf” approach, converting highly maintained areas to native landscape. Read More