GEPS Expands in Swiss Golf: Full Deployment Begins at Golf de Neuchâtel
- Kavin Venkat
- 4 days ago
- 2 min read
Exlterra is proud to announce the installation of GEPS on the first three greens at Golf de Neuchâtel, marking the beginning of a full deployment across all 18 greens over the next two years.
This partnership reflects the club’s commitment to sustainable, future-oriented course management and reinforces GEPS as a proven solution within the Swiss golf community.
GEPS, our passive subsurface system, increases the natural infiltration capacity of soils and helps maintain an optimal moisture balance throughout the year.
By enhancing the soil’s own ability to absorb, retain, and redistribute water, GEPS enables courses to achieve an estimated 30% reduction in irrigation needs over time on greens—without any mechanical parts or maintenance.
Knowledge Sharing and Field Demonstration
During the installation, Golf de Neuchâtel hosted an open day for greenskeepers and representatives from neighboring clubs.
The objective was to provide a firsthand look at the installation process and discuss real-world results from courses already equipped with GEPS.
One of the highlights of the day was the presence of Norbert Daverat, the greenskeeper from Golf & Country Club de Bâle, who has been using GEPS since our first installation there in 2023.
He shared his positive experience, including:
Improved infiltration and drainage
Healthier, more resilient turf
Enhanced playability after heavy rain
Noticeable reduction in water usage
His testimony reinforced what we have seen across installations in North America and Europe: GEPS delivers consistent, measurable improvements that benefit both course management and player experience.
A Scalable, Proven Solution for Golf Courses
Golf de Neuchâtel’s long-term adoption of GEPS reflects a growing movement among clubs seeking reliable, sustainable tools to address water management challenges.
As climate variability continues to affect course maintenance, GEPS offers a passive, long-lasting solution that helps clubs stay ahead of increasing environmental and regulatory pressures.
We look forward to completing the full installation over the coming two years and continuing to collaborate closely with the club’s management and greenkeeping team.
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