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HOSTED BY JOHN FAILLA, FOUNDER OF GOLF SUSTAINABILITY

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2025 Open Host in Ireland Focuses on Golf Sustainability, From Solar Panels and Lithium-Powered Equipment to Biofuels and Carbon Neutrality Goals

Welcome to the Golf Sustainability Podcast! In this episode, host John Failla engages in an enlightening conversation with Graeme Beatt, the Course Manager at Royal Port Rush Golf Course in Ireland. Graeme shares insights into the fascinating work happening at Royal Port Rush as they prepare to host the 153rd Open in 2025.

Even world-class golf courses like Royal Portrush prepare for major championships while keeping sustainability in mind. Here to give you the inside scoop is Graeme Beatt, the Course Manager at Royal Portrush Golf Course in Ireland. Graeme outlines the sustainability initiatives leading the golf course transformation before hosting the 153rd Open in 2025.

Highlighted Topics Covered

  • Royal Portrush’s transition to sustainable practices (0:00 - 0:28)
  • History of Royal Portrush (3:00 - 10:02)
  • Preparations for hosting the 153rd Open in 2025 (23:51 - 29:57)
  • Sustainability efforts by the R&A (Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews) (30:17)
  • Challenges in golf course management (42:01)

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