Editor's note
Recently, Chengdu Lushan International Country Club won the "2022-2023 China's Top Ten Golf Communities" award.
In the face of the new trend of global golf rejuvenation, this year's 2022-2023 China's Top 100 Golf Courses selection is in sync with the Golf Digest Top 100 in the United StatesProfessionalism Index (Riskwith returns), playability index, layout diversification index, personalization index, course aesthetic index, maintenance index, fun index and golf culture atmosphere, etc.
To be a unique golf course in the worldAmong them, the aesthetic index of the stadium is one of the key indicators, which includes natural ecological factors such as landscaping, vegetation, water features and background curtainsDesigners are required to fully understand the local ecological environment and culture, fundamentally change the design ideas, and integrate the natural ecology into the design.
Top golf courses in the world
In-depth interpretation of natural ecology
Internationally renowned golf courses are inseparable from the full understanding and consideration of natural ecologyRather than simply embedding the course into the local environment, it is being adapted to local conditionsUnique advantages of terrain and natural conditions, focusing on the visual experience of the players into the natural reasonable designOnly then can the course truly become a challenging and entertaining venueto attract more golf enthusiasts to challenge and enjoy.
Chengdu Lushan Golf Course has been repaired and photographed.
Hideout Golf Club, USA
A good example of the use of natural ecology
They see the natural ecology as a resource, not an obstacle, and fully understand the characteristics of the original topographyLetThe course of the hole follows a natural canyonNot only minimizes disturbance to the natural environment,At the same time, it also adds a unique natural landscape to the course. Focusing on the use of natural resources, we have created a fully automated irrigation system to supply water to our lawnsDivide the course of the stream,Merge scattered wetlandsIn the end, while satisfying the entertainment of playing ball, it also divided into wildlife habitats and hiking picnic areas, realizing a sustainable ecological system of human, animal and nature integrationThis concept is not only an understanding of natural ecology, but also the pursuit of harmonious coexistence between human beings and nature.
Hideout Golf Club, USA, according to Golf Viewpoint.
Falcon Golf Club in Virginia
A design model with a deep understanding of water ecological protection
Located at the source of the Chicohominy River, the designers have fully considered the local geographical characteristicsPrioritizing the conservation and management of water resourcesBy reducing the lawn area and establishing wetland buffer zones, habitats are created for local wildlife and the ecosystem is balancedAt the same time, the designers also use rainwater harvesting and recirculating irrigationBy conserving water resources, reducing water consumption and reducing maintenance costs, ecological protection is sustainable and economic benefits are realized.
Falcons Golf Club in Virginia, photo from Golf Viewpoint.
As can be seen from the above cases, international golf courses are designed and managed with strict attention to detail to ensure minimal disturbance to the environmentIt is not only reflected in the provision of high-quality services and beautiful landscapes, but also in the sustainable development of ecology and nature, which brings a positive impact on the urban ecology.
Golf courses around the world
Problems & Challenges of Water Ecology
After a long-term investigation, we found that the global golf course water ecology is common, in order to maintain high-quality turf, in the maintenance process will inevitably apply chemical fertilizers and pesticides, compared with ordinary lawn, golf turf maintenance is characterized by a large amount of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, high maintenance frequency,This leads to eutrophication of the golf course's water systemHeavy metals and other pollution, these water environment problems have seriously affected the ecological environment of the stadium, and also caused a negative impact on the surrounding ecosystem.
The technical difficulties of water ecological governance lie in:How to effectively improve water quality, restore the ecological balance of water bodies, achieve long-term sustainable development, and avoid negative impact on the operation of the stadiumTraditional water environment treatment methods such as equipment, chemicals, water changes, etcIt often requires a lot of manpower and material investment, and has low sustainability, poor environmental effect, and unguaranteed quality.
At the same time, the water ecology restoration and re-planning and design of the golf courseIt is not a single point restoration, but a comprehensive taskIt is necessary to take a long-term view to ensure that the restoration work does not affect the overall aesthetics and functionality of the course.
Resonate with the city
Think deeply about the path of ecological value
Chengdu Lushan Golf Course is the most famous golf course in southwest ChinaIt provides world-class golf experience services, and has also won the honors of China's Top 10 Golf Clubs and China's Top 10 Golf Communities for a consecutive year, and has held many internationally renowned tournaments, and still does not stop the pace of iterative innovation.
Chengdu Lushan International Country Club honor.
Qingyuan Water Environment has conducted in-depth research on the Lushan Golf Course, which not only improves the quality of golf course facilities and services, but also realizes the ecological scale of people and water and the creation of high-quality sports scenes, and promotes the high-value and high-quality development of the park city.
For Qingyuan, the logic of thinking is not a simple copy, but ".One Lake, One Policy".How to make better water according to local conditions, give users the ultimate water system sports scene, and a new relationship between shape and nature, nature and sports. And for the pitch to provideThe solution with the best cost, the best governance effect, ecological and sustainable development.
Full-dimensional research and analysis
Reconstruct the three-dimensional water ecosystem
Before the treatment of the water system of Lushan Golf Course, we conducted in-depth research from the following four aspects.
Water quality analysis studies
In order to accurately locate the pollutants exceeding the standard, we conducted a one-month monitoring and analysis, and found that the total nitrogen, total phosphorus and CODCR in the golf water system exceeded the surface water class V standard by 4-8 times, and the HG and CR exceeded the surface water class V standard by 1-2 timesIt belongs to eutrophicated water bodies.
Ecosystem Health Analytical Research
In order to make the ecosystem healthy and sustainable, we systematically assessed:The population structure and biodiversity of aquatic organisms in the study area, and the impact of golf course operation on aquatic biomesAccording to the evaluation results, we have formulated a plan for the construction of aquatic biome suitable for the characteristics of the Lushan Golf water system, which should not only fully consider the aquatic organismsGrowth characteristics and water depth adaptabilityAlsoExamConsider water purification capacity, pollution resistance and regional ecological balanceand other factors.
Research on the use of chemicals
In the process of operation and maintenance of golf course turf, it is inevitable to use chemical agents including pesticides, fertilizers, herbicides, etc., by understanding the amount, frequency and type of the above-mentioned chemicals from the operator, after investigation, it is found that the amount of chemical fertilizers and pesticides used in the process of planting and maintaining the lawn of Lushan Golf Course is 36 times, seriously affectedWater quality and healthy functioning of ecosystems.
Perimeter Water Resources Study
Study the water intake source, drainage mode, water circulation path and other information of the golf course water system, and evaluate its impact on the surrounding environment. We found that surface runoff rainwater is the only source of water in the Lushan Golf water system, and the site is equipped with a storage lake, and the water bodies in each lake area can be dispatched as a wholeThe volume of the lake is large, and the rainwater is not discharged during the runoff, which realizes the closed-loop function of site water storage, water purification, landscape water replenishment, and greening water, and has little impact on the perimeter.
Data analysis map of the Lushan water system before restoration.
Note: The health evaluation system of rivers and lakes was used to evaluate the health status of the golf water system from four dimensions: water, basin, biology and function, and according to the scoring results, the health of the golf water system was in an "inferior state".
3 core technologies
Reconstruct the Foothills Golf CourseWater ecological restoration
Through the results of water system monitoring and research, the overall plan for different types of pollution and the Foothill Golf CourseStarting from the restoration of the water ecosystem, the method of imitating nature is adopted, and the three core technologies are used to carry out water ecology, landscape and sustainability according to local conditionsRestoration work.
Water ecologysystemBuild technology
The water ecosystem construction technology is the core technical means of this projectUsing the water ecosystem construction technology, according to the steady-state transformation theory, and using biological manipulation methods, the nutrients in the water body are absorbed and transformed, and then attached to the form of bioenergy through the food web chain, and finally leave the water body from the low level to the high level.
Principles of clean water ecosystems.
PassedIntroduce aquatic plants, animals and microorganisms with strong adaptability and pollution tolerance to build a complete three-dimensional ecosystemIt maintains a specific material cycle and energy flow, achieves the balance of the water ecosystem, enhances the anti-interference ability of the water body, improves the self-purification ability of the water body, gradually forms an undulating underwater forest landscape, and effectively transforms the lake from a turbid water state to a clear water state.
Foothill Golf Course real picture.
Habitat stabilization techniques
The high concentration of phosphorus nutrients in the bottom sediment of the golf water system and the serious pollution of heavy metals are not possible with conventional treatment methodsThis technology is a remediation technology for excessive concentrations of phosphorus nutrients and heavy metals in sedimentBy adding environmentally friendly passivators, curing agents or stabilizers, the toxic and harmful substances in the soil are fixed, or the pollutants are converted into chemically inactive states to prevent their migration and diffusion in the environment, thereby reducing their harmThe organic matter and nutrients in the water body are reduced, and the basic condition of the water is improved.
Live image taken during restoration.
Transparency enhancement technology
Conventional water ecological restoration technology takes 1 to 3 months after completion to show restoration effectIn order to reduce the impact on the operation of the golf course, shorten the construction period and quickly show the resultsAfter the construction is completed, environmentally friendly microorganisms and mineral remediation agents are evenly added to the lake area to act on various pollutants and suspended substances in the water body, quickly improve the transparency and water quality of the water body, and promote the rapid growth of submerged plantsThe expected repair effect was achieved only 7 days after the completion of the project, saving more than 70% of the time compared with normal repair.
Data analysis table after restoration of the Lushan water system.
Three points to build seven points of nourishment
Sustainable, long-term means
The construction and restoration of water ecology is only the starting point, and normalized conservation is the key to achieving healthy and sustainable development.
Qingyuan always adheres to it".Three points to build seven points of nourishmentThrough a sound working mechanism and all-round dynamic monitoring of restoration results, timely discovery and problem solving are achievedPromote the water ecological restoration of the project to achieve the highest efficiency, minimize the cost and optimize the quality.
At the same time, through irregularities**Publicity, community publicity, environmental education, personnel professional knowledge training and other activitiesEnhance the public's awareness of ecological and environmental protection, and promote the participation and support of all sectors of societyIt can also help golf courses establish a good brand image and become a new business card of urban ecology.
Foothill Golf Course maintenance work photo.
In the current context of environmental protection and sustainable development,More and more golf courses are paying attention to long-term maintenanceThe core concept of Qingyuan Water Environment can not only provide reference for other golf courses, but also promote the high-quality ecological sustainable development of the golf industry.
Repair & Refactoring
Let the scene come to life with a new lease of life
Through a series of water ecosystem reconstruction and restorationEcosystems are transitioning from "local circulation" to "living water connectivity".The water body has gradually achieved self-purification and self-balanceThe water transparency, pollutants, and chemical oxygen demand of the lake have been significantly improved compared with those before the construction, and the water quality indexLong-term stability has been maintained at and above the national surface water standardThe quality of the golf course's ecological environment has been significantly improvedIn recent days, wild black swans and water birds have frolicked around the lake, bringing joy and surprise to people, building a harmonious scene of harmony between man and nature, and injecting new vitality and charm into the golf courseIt has truly achieved the goal of long-term and clean urban water environment governance.
The real picture of the Lushan Golf Course after restoration.
Qingyuan believes that it is particularly important to improve the supply capacity of ecosystem products and empower the transformation of ecological value with high-quality scene creation by adapting measures to local conditions, copying nature, and scientific restorationIt promotes the combination of ecological scale and functional areas, so that people and nature can better integrate, and jointly explore the path of high-value ecology and high-quality development of golf coursesProvide the market with experience in the implementation of ecological protection and restoration projects that can be used for reference, replication and promotion, and create a high-quality sports & natural ecological model in China.
Foothill Golf Course real picture.
Afterword
As a comprehensive water ecology service provider, Qingyuan is committed to creating a water ecological business card for the cityAt present, it has entered more than 30 core cities, involving more than 100 projects, covering urban water environment governance, design and planning, urban construction, comprehensive operation and industrial development.
Qingyuan part of the project gif.
Over the past decade, more studies have been conducted on the Luhu Lake sample and different types of water, including lakes, rivers and reservoirsProvide full-cycle and all-round comprehensive solutions such as water environment governance, water resources management, water ecological restoration, water ecological landscape design, and water ecological comprehensive operation.