A tournament

Like no other

26-29 JANUARY 2023
EMIRATES GOLF CLUB

GEO FOUNDATION FOR SUSTAINABLE GOLF

Golf is a global sport with millions of followers, set in nature and with deep community roots, golf can step forward as a leader for sustainability and climate action.

Dedicated national sustainability programmes in 30 countries
Courses from 75 countries engaged in sustainable golf programmes
3,500 golf courses and facilities engaged through oncourse® programmes
Supporting global tournaments across the men's and women's game
Supporting the Hero Dubai Desert Classic and other Rolex Series events

By harnessing the power of the sun,

%

of the area between the 11th and 15th holes is powered by solar panels

In only a few days, we recycle over 5 tonnes of glass — enough energy to power a laptop for

days

We're committed to a future without single-use plastic bottles. By using refillable alternatives, we've diverted over

single-use plastic bottles from landfill – and that's just since we started the initiative in 2022.

We use

%

B20 biodiesel throughout the event, helping towards Dubai's Clean Energy Strategy 2050 target of using 75% clean energy.

We upcycle the vinyl from the hospitality stands to create other items. We love the environment and are proud to ensure that we have a positive impact on the world.

Go for the green

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LEADERSHIP IN SUSTAINABILITY AND CLIMATE ACTION

Delivering on UN sustainable development goals
Delivering on the UN decade of action
Delivering on Dubai 2030 strategic plan, Dubai 2040 urban master plan and UAE commitment to a net zero economy by 2050
Aligned with the DP World Tour Green Drive
To become a GEO certified® tournament within 3 years positively impacting communities; demonstrating innovation in resource use; promoting the value of nature.