All Quiet on the Front Nine
Silent Zero Emission Golf Course Maintenance
Paul L. Carter, CGCS
The Bear Trace at Harrison Bay
Gasoline Powered Equipment
Electric Powered Equipment
Noise Control Act of 1972
 The Noise Control Act of 1972 established a national
policy to promote an environment for all Americans
free from noise that jeopardizes their health and
welfare.
 Set national recommendations for states and
municipalities including levels and punishments.
 Noise Levels and Time Restrictions
Prohibits the use of powered equipment above 85
decibels before 7:00 AM and after 9:00 PM (9:00 AM on
Sunday and holidays)
Environmental Protection Agency 2014
Noise Comparison
Gasoline Powered
Triplex Greensmower
Electric Powered
Triplex Greensmower
Damage caused by loud
noises
Loss of Hearing (Acute or
Permenant)
Irritability
Confusion/Disorientation
Hypertension
Loss of Sleep
Ischemic Heart Disease
WebMD, 2012
Environmental Pollutants
 Each gallon of gasoline burnt produces
20.98 pounds of carbon emissions.
 Each gallon of diesel fuel burnt produces
22.18 pounds of carbon emissions.
--Federal Fuel Economy
Guide
EPA and DOE
Health Risks to Operators
 Hydrocarbons—eye irritants, damage to lungs, aggravates
respritory problems, and can potentially cause cancer.
 Nitrogen Oxides—irritant and contributes to Acid Rain
 Carbon Monoxide—Reduces flow of oxygen in the blood
system and are particularly dangerous to persons with heart
disease
 Carbon Dioxide—Greenhouse gas which contributes to global
warming
 Benzene—A carcinogen which is added to gasoline and
causes reduced red blood cell counts and anemia
American Heart Association 2011
ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT
INITIATIVE
The Bear Trace at Harrison Bay
The Bear Trace at Harrison Bay
ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT
INITIATIVE
ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT INITIATIVE
THE BEAR TRACE AT HARRISON BAY
PAUL L. CARTER, CGCS
JACOBSEN ECLIPSE
322
ELECTRIC
GREENSMOWER
JACOBSEN ECLIPSE 322
THREE WHEEL DRIVE
TEE AND APPROACH
MOWER
ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT INITIATIVE
THE BEAR TRACE AT HARRISON BAY
PAUL L. CARTER, CGCS
TRU-TURF R52-ELT
ELECTRIC GREENS
ROLLER
ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT INITIATIVE
THE BEAR TRACE AT HARRISON BAY
PAUL L. CARTER, CGCS
ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT INITIATIVE
THE BEAR TRACE AT HARRISON BAY
PAUL L. CARTER, CGCS
SMITHCO SUPER
STAR
ELECTRIC BUNKER
RAKE
TORO MDE ELECTRIC
MID DUTY UTILITY VEHICLE
ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT INITIATIVE
THE BEAR TRACE AT HARRISON BAY
PAUL L. CARTER, CGCS
ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT INITIATIVE
THE BEAR TRACE AT HARRISON BAY
PAUL L. CARTER, CGCS
CLUB CAR CARRY ALL
TURF II
ELECTRIC LIGHT DUTY
UTILITY VEHICLE
Reducing Fuel Consumption
 Use of electric equipment on the
golf course reduced
our annual gasoline consumption
by over 9,000 gallons.
Over $27,000.00 in fuel
cost savings.
Reducing CO2 Emissions

Use of electric equipment on golf course reduced our
annual gasoline consumption by over 9,000 gallons.
 Point source carbon dioxide emissions
were reduced by over
182,000 pounds
of carbon through
the use of
electric equipment.
Reducing Expenses
 Use of electric equipment on golf course will reduce our
annual gasoline consumption by over 9,000 gallons.
 Point source carbon dioxide emissions will be reduced
by over 182,000 pounds of carbon through the use of
electric equipment.
 The use of electric equipment will
reduce the operational expenses
for the State of Tennessee by
over $30,000.00 annually.
Hydraulic Leak
Environmental Hazard
Reduced Risks-Golf Course
and Environment
Cost calculators
Jacobsen Eclipse 322 Calculator
Toro Workman MDE Calculator
Pros and Cons
Pro
Electric Equipment
Con
Finite Power Supply
X
Higher Purchase Cost
X
X
Quieter Operation
X
Eliminates Point Source Emissions
X
Eliminates the Risk of Turfgrass Damage
(Leaks)
X
Eliminates Risk of Environmental Damage
X
Ease of Maintenance
X
Control of Operations
X
Removal/Recycling of Used Oils/Fluids
The “future” is “today”
Lithium Powered Battery Technology
Tennessee Golf Trail
The Benefits of Using
Electric Equipment
• Reduce overall consumption of fossil fuels
• Eliminate point source carbon dioxide emission
• Reduce noise pollution on the golf course
• Reduce yearly equipment maintenance expenses
• Reduce pollution risk to golf course and environment
Thank You
Paul L. Carter, CGCS
The Bear Trace at Harrison Bay
[email protected]
1-423-344-6374
@BearTraceHB