LIV Golf Indianapolis Achieves 84% Waste Diversion, Sets Sights on Zero Waste Certification

The tournament's sustainability efforts, including food donations, composting, and renewable energy, demonstrate a commitment to environmental responsibility in professional sports.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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LIV Golf's recent tournament at The Club at Chatham Hills in Indianapolis achieved an impressive 84% waste diversion rate, showcasing the organization's commitment to sustainability and environmental impact reduction. The event partnered with organizations like Blue Strike Environmental and Second Helpings to implement comprehensive waste management programs, including food donations, composting, and recycling initiatives. LIV Golf has set its sights on achieving Zero Waste certification by 2026, with plans to expand upcycling, composting, and carbon-reduction tracking efforts.

Why it matters

The sports industry is under increasing pressure to address its environmental footprint, and LIV Golf's sustainability initiatives in Indianapolis reflect a broader trend of leagues and organizations embedding sustainability into their core strategies. By demonstrating operational excellence in waste management and community engagement, LIV Golf is raising the bar for sustainable event practices and positioning itself as a leader in environmentally responsible professional sports.

The details

LIV Golf's sustainability program in Indianapolis was guided by Par 5 Group and Blue Strike Environmental, and built on the principles of the waste hierarchy - reduce, reuse, recycle. Key partnerships played a crucial role, including: Second Helpings rescued 8,436 lbs. of food, RE317 composted 5,045 lbs. of organic waste, and InProduction recovered 85% of mesh materials. The event also utilized waste-to-energy processes through ReWorld. Notably, 100% of vendors provided sustainability data, enabling a complete assessment of Scope 1-3 greenhouse gas emissions and materials inventory. LIV Golf also collaborated with Duke Energy to purchase Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) from an Indiana-based solar array to further reduce the event's carbon footprint.

  • LIV Golf's tournament at The Club at Chatham Hills in Indianapolis took place in March 2026.

The players

Kristin Cushman

Founder and CEO of Blue Strike Environmental, who highlighted that LIV Golf's sustainability standards are 'raising the bar in golf' and aligning with leading international leagues.

Par 5 Group

An organization that guided LIV Golf's comprehensive materials management program in Indianapolis.

Blue Strike Environmental

A company that partnered with LIV Golf to implement the sustainability initiatives at the Indianapolis tournament.

Second Helpings

A local organization that rescued 8,436 lbs. of food from the LIV Golf Indianapolis event.

RE317

A company that composted 5,045 lbs. of organic waste from the LIV Golf Indianapolis event.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

LIV Golf Indianapolis has set its sights on achieving Zero Waste certification in 2026. Planned enhancements include expanded upcycling initiatives, broader composting coverage, a formal bike-count to encourage sustainable transportation, and a carbon-reduction tracking program.

The takeaway

LIV Golf's sustainability efforts at the Indianapolis tournament, including the 84% waste diversion rate and plans for Zero Waste certification, demonstrate a growing trend of professional sports organizations embedding environmental responsibility into their operations. By partnering with local organizations, implementing comprehensive waste management programs, and engaging fans, LIV Golf is setting a new standard for sustainable event practices in the industry.