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Countries across the world use more land for golf courses than wind or solar energy

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Countries around the world use more land for golf courses than wind or solar energy, according to a new study published in the journal Environmental Research Communications.

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Countries across the world use more land for golf courses than wind or solar energy

Countries around the world use more land for golf courses than wind or solar energy, according to a new study published in the journal Environmental Research Communications.

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Countries around the world use more land for golf courses than wind power or photovoltaic solar energy

Land use is a critical factor in the location of renewable energy facilities and is often scrutinised due to perceived conflicts with other land demands. Meanwhile, substantial areas are devoted to activities such as golf, which are accessible only to a select few and have a significant environmental and territorial footprint. Our study shows that … Continue reading Countries around the world use more land for golf courses than wind power or pho…

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Countries Use More Land for Golf Courses Than for Solar or Wind Energy: Study

The amount of land needed for renewable energy projects is sometimes criticized, but a new study points out that, in countries like the United Kingdom and the United States, much more land gets allocated for golf courses than renewable energy facilities. The study, "Countries across the world use more land for golf courses than wind or solar energy," was published in the journal Environmental Research Communications. "Land use is a critical fact…

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Study: Countries across the world use more land for golf courses than wind or solar energy

February 21, 2025 – Countries across the world use more land for golf courses than wind or solar energy, according to a new study published in the academic journal Environmental Research Communications. While the land requirements of renewable energy projects are often criticized in public debates, this study highlights a striking contrast: vast areas are allocated to golf […] The post Study: Countries across the world use more land for golf cou…

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