Zero Waste For Tomorrow®
At this bucket list PGA TOUR® event, the action isn’t limited to the golf course. Behind the scenes, thousands work tirelessly to ensure the WM Phoenix Open generates zero waste and inspires spectators to reimagine what a sporting event can be.
The Greenest Show on Grass
Watch video highlights from last year's event to see how zero waste becomes reality. For an in-depth look at the tournament's sustainability initiatives, read our annual WM Phoenix Open Sustainability Report.
Sustainable Materials Management
For 13 consecutive years, the WM Phoenix Open has committed to producing the world’s largest zero waste event as well as balancing water and a portion of our greenhouse gas footprint. We consider all diversion options for materials and choose the best option for each stream.
Community Impact & Behind the Scenes
Community
The event has an estimated economic impact of over $400 million.
Free hospitality is provided at the Patriots Outpost for active and retired military as well as emergency services workers.
The First Tee’s Dream Day activities help drive local youth engagement.
Water
During the WM Phoenix Open, water from the kitchens and bars is reused in portable restrooms.
Millions of gallons are restored to support AZ Tribal Nations through Water Restoration Certificates.
Embedded water education is incorporated throughout the tournament to raise awareness.
Emissions
The WM Phoenix Open is the first golf organization to join the UN Sports for Climate Action framework, with a 50% reduction target by 2030 and net zero operations by 2040.
100% of electricity consumed during tournament week is offset with Renewable Energy Credits (RECs).
Giving Back, For Tomorrow®
In 2024, WM and The Thunderbirds further advanced the tournament’s dual missions of leadership in sustainability and extraordinary charitable giving, by creating the WM Phoenix Open Working For Tomorrow Fund℠ to support emissions reduction, sustainable materials management and water management projects.
2025 beneficiaries of the WM Phoenix Open Working For Tomorrow Fund℠ included Change the Course water restoration projects, renewable energy initiatives on Tribal Nations and feeding the hungry through Waste Not, an Arizona-based non-profit.
Stay the Course to Zero Waste
The First Step to Zero Waste
Recycling can seem tricky, but it's a cornerstone of zero waste. That's why we focus on making sure fans on the course and viewers at home learn how to recycle the right way, every day.
Hard to Recycle Plastics
WM + Retail
See how WM works with one of America's most beloved retailers to give hard to recycle plastics a new life.
WM Advisory Services
WM Advisory Services partners with your organization to bring your environmentally-focused aspirations to life. We transform our knowledge, people and innovations into curated programs specific to each organization’s unique culture and operations.
