Waste management - England Golf

This publication has been produced by the English Golf Union (EGU)
in conjunction with the Sports Turf Research Institute (STRI)
The English Golf Union Limited (EGU) has served as the governing body of male
amateur golf in England since it was founded in 1924. Based at the National Golf
Centre in Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire the EGU is one of the largest sports governing
bodies in England looking after the interests of over 1,900 golf clubs and 740,000
club members. It is a non-profit organisation run for the benefit of the game and its
players.
STRI is the independent market leader in turfgrass research and agronomy. It is the
UK's national centre for consultancy in Sports & Amenity Turf and a recognised world
centre for research.
STRI’s Ecological and Enviromental Services for Golf:
The Ecological and Environmental Department forms an integral part of the STRI’s
Development Services and Europe’s leading environmental consultants specialising
within the golf industry. The expertise within the department is wide ranging and our
consultants are constantly involved with projects outside of golf covering a number of
different issues.
Funding partner: The Welsh Golfing Union (WGU)
The Welsh Golfing Union was established in 1895. The objects of the Union as set
out in the “Rules and Constitution” are:
To take any steps which may be deemed necessary to promote and further the
interest of the amateur game in Wales.
To hold a Championship Meeting and other Individual or Team Meetings every
year.
To encourage, financially and/or otherwise, Inter-Club, Inter-County and
International Matches and such other events as may be authorised by the Council.
To assist in setting up and maintaining a uniform system of Course Rating and
Handicapping.
To assist in the establishment and maintenance of high standards of
greenkeeping.
Written by
Lee Penrose & Bob Taylor, STRI
Proof read by
Paul Keeling, EGU
Designed by
Ann Bentley, STRI
Disclaimer
This publication is intended for use as a general guide only, and is not intended that any
reliance be placed on it, nor on any information, advice or opinions contained in it. It is
recommended that specific professional advice be sought in all circumstances before
action is taken. The English Golf Union accepts no liability in respect of any event,
matter, act or omission arising directly or indirectly in consequence of this publication
unless expressly agreed in writing by the English Golf Union in any specific instance.