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Congratulations to Jim Pavonetti, CGCS — Recipient of the 2025 GCSAA President’s Award for Environmental Stewardship

We are delighted to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Jim Pavonetti, CGCS, for being named the recipient of the 2025 President’s Award for Environmental Stewardship by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). This distinguished honor recognizes his outstanding commitment to sustainable golf course management and his exemplary efforts in environmental stewardship.

With over three decades of service as a member of GCSAA, Jim has established himself as a leader in the field of turfgrass and landscape management. His innovative practices at Fairview Country Club (Greenwich, CT), including reduction of water usage, advanced monitoring of turf health and nutrient use, and holistic ecosystem-friendly methods, set a gold standard for the industry. His work ensures that the game of golf can thrive alongside a healthy environment, preserving our natural resources for future generations.

On behalf of [Your Website or Organization Name], we commend Jim for his dedication, vision, and impact. His achievement is a powerful reminder that excellence in golf course maintenance and ecological responsibility go hand-in-hand.

Please join us in celebrating this remarkable accomplishment and in looking forward to the ongoing positive influence Jim will have on the golf industry.

For more information on his work and the award, visit the GCSAA website https://www.gcsaa.org/

Full news release – https://www.gcsaa.org/who-we-are/media/news-release/2025/11/18/jim-pavonetti–cgcs–named-recipient-of-2025-gcsaa-president-s-award-for-environmental-stewardship

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