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Silver Lakes Golf & Wildlife Estate, South Africa Evidently from the name of the course, Silver Lakes is home to a variety of birds and wildlife – floating islands have even been installed to create more breeding space! Additionally, recyclable waste, organic fertilizers, and the use of variable speed drive (to improve water consumption) all make up Silver Lakes’ efforts in conserving the environment. Silver Lakes Animals Laguna Golf Lang Co, Vietnam Laguna Golf Lang Co stays at the top of its maintenance game by utilizing a unique group of greenkeepers: water buffalos. From bio-mowers to protecting the traditional Vietnamese landscape by eating excess weeds, these buffalos play an important role at the golf course – sustainably and innovatively. Laguna Lang Golf Handara Golf Resort, Bali The Handara Green Initiative invites guests to partake in a Green Lifestyle by contributing to the preservation of the natural environment on the course. This includes guests harvesting their salads from Handara’s own vegetable garden! Furthermore, sustainability measures comprise of the reduction of energy/water consumption and waste management. Handara Golf Resort Troia Golf, Portugal One thing that differentiates Troia Golf from the rest of the golf courses is its biodiversity. With over 600 species present in the peninsula, Troia is a haven for wildlife. Since each species has a significant role to play in the ecosystem, the conservation of the environment is a priority at Troia Golf. Troia GC By Jenna Heidstrom Marketing Manager, Golfscrape (UAE). Email: [email protected] 40 Destination Golf .TRAVEL