Singapore, (6 October 2025) – The International Golf Federation (IGF), in collaboration with the Singapore Golf Association (SGA), is proud to announce a complete set of sustainability initiatives for the 2025 World Amateur Team Championships (WATC), currently being hosted at the Tanah Merah Country Club (TMCC). This global event will not only showcase elite amateur golf but also serve as a model for environmental responsibility in sports.

These initiatives are a key part of the IGF Sustainability Roadmap, developed in close collaboration with Sustainable Golf, a global leader in advancing sustainability in sport. The expertise of these partners has been instrumental in shaping and implementing impactful actions that align with international best practices.

Key Sustainability Highlights:

• Certified Sustainable Venue: TMCC is proudly GEO Certified®, meeting the highest international standards for sustainable golf course operations.
• Eco-Conscious Catering: Clubhouse dining menus will feature local, organic, vegetarian, and vegan options. Caterers will use biodegradable or recyclable containers and eliminate single-use disposables, offering reusable tableware with designated Return Points.
• Plastic-Free Event: The WATC will be PET-free, with reusable water bottles provided to all players, volunteers, staff, and referees. Water dispensers will be available throughout the venue and will remain as a legacy installation.
• Food Waste Reduction: A food donation program will be implemented to support local food banks and eliminate waste.
• Green Transportation: IGF will consolidate athletes, staff and guest transportation during the championships, reducing shuttle bus frequency and even suspending the service for a few hours each day, while also promoting public transport to reduce emissions.
• Digital-First Approach: The event will prioritize digital and reusable materials, minimizing printing and the use of single-use items reducing the overall waste.
• Nature Restoration Projects: In partnership with TMCC and under the Sport for Nature framework, TMCC in collaboration with IGF will install birdhouses to support the nesting and conservation of endemic bird species.
• Carbon Tracking & Compensation: IGF will track and measure the event’s carbon footprint, with plans to implement compensation projects to achieve a future net-positive environmental impact.

Looking Ahead: Data-Driven Sustainability

To ensure transparency and continuous improvement, IGF will publish a comprehensive 2025 World Amateur Team Championships Sustainability Report in December. This report will detail the environmental impact of the event, and the effectiveness of the initiatives implemented. The data collected will serve as a foundation to support and enhance sustainability efforts for future editions of the WATC, reinforcing IGF’s long-term commitment to responsible golf.

A Partnership for the Planet

“These initiatives reflect our deep commitment to sustainability and our belief that sport can be a powerful force for environmental good,” said Antony Scanlon, Executive Director of the International Golf Federation. “With the guidance and support of Sustainable Golf, we are embedding sustainability into every aspect of the 2025 WATC and beyond.”

The 2025 WATC will not only celebrate the world’s best amateur golfers but also demonstrate how major sporting events can lead the way in environmental stewardship.

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Media Contacts

International Golf Federation – communications@igfmail.org

About the IGF
The International Golf Federation (IGF) was founded in 1958 and is the recognised International Federation within the Olympic and Paralympic Movement. The headquarters of the IGF is located by the shores of Lake Geneva in Lausanne, Switzerland. The IGF promotes integrity, inclusivity, and clean sport through governance, development programs, and anti-doping initiatives.

About the SGA

The Singapore Golf Association (SGA) is the National Sport Association governing the game of golf in Singapore. Registered on 5 October 1961, the SGA’s objective is to encourage and promote the game of golf in Singapore. The SGA is currently comprised of 11 Full Members, 7 Associate Members and 6 Affiliate Members and is also a member of the International Golf Federation, Asia Pacific Golf Confederation, ASEAN Golf Federation, Asia Golf Leaders Forum and the Singapore National Olympic Council.

About the TMCC

As one of Singapore’s premier golf destinations, Tanah Merah Country Club (TMCC) is renowned for its two world-class courses—the Garden Course and the Tampines Course. These immaculate fairways have welcomed golfing legends, dignitaries, and celebrities, cementing TMCC’s reputation as a venue of distinction. Since its official opening in 1984, TMCC has hosted prestigious tournaments such as the Singapore Open, Johnnie Walker Classic, Tiger Skins, Lexus Cup, and the HSBC Women’s Champions.

About the GEO Sustainable Golf Foundation

For almost 20 years, the GEO Foundation has been dedicated to inspiring, supporting, and promoting sustainability and climate action in and through the sport of golf. Safeguarding the sport’s future and positively impacting environments and communities around the world. Working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders across the sport of golf, the Foundation’s core activities include: advocacy, education, innovation, programs and impacts measurement.