Rico Solutions

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Mike Welch
3M Open Tournament Director

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In 2022, we were looking for a true operational partner in our sustainability journey. Both our title partner, 3M, and other corporate partners that embrace this initiative, challenged us to showcase our ability to provide meaningful change in how we operated our tournament. Fortunately, we had to look no further than our current ecology partner, Rico Solutions.

Now, three years later, we’ve introduced fan-facing compost in addition to placement in all of our hospitality areas. We’ve vastly improved our recycling efforts as well, and proud to say that we’ve achieved an 81% diversion rate with waste, up significantly from the year prior.

Rico Solutions has become a trusted partner, one that asks the right questions, and more importantly provides the correct solutions for our tournament.

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IFEA Webinar

Presented by: Jen Marhenke

“Why Sustainability Matters: Meeting the Expectation of Consumers, Sponsors & Communities”

BMW Charity Pro-Am

Presented by: Rico Tesio

“Why Sustainability Matters: Meeting the Expectation of Consumers, Sponsors & Communities”

Successful Sustainability Programs

Strategic Planning

Our strategic planning services lay the foundation for successful sustainability programs. We provide comprehensive plans that cover sustainability, waste management, procurement, and access policies. Whether you need a basic plan or a full execution strategy, Rico Solutions is your partner in sustainability.

Hands-On Sustainability Solutions

On-Site Operations

Our hands-on approach ensures that your sustainability strategies are executed flawlessly. We manage waste diversion, engage vendors, and train green teams to keep your event on track. Our on-site professionals are there to make sure everything runs smoothly, so you can focus on what matters.

Professional Reporting & Certification Support

Sustainability Reporting

Data is at the heart of demonstrating success. We provide detailed sustainability reporting that covers waste, water, and greenhouse gas emissions. Our certification support services provide comprehensive guidance and support to meet industry standards, providing credentials to showcase your achievements.

rico's team in event sustainability project

Build Lasting Connections

Community Engagement

Engage with your community in meaningful ways. We work with local stakeholders, promote environmental justice initiatives, and ensure that your event leaves a positive impact. From fan activation to advisory board management, we help you build connections that last.

Paving Golf's Sustainable Future

At the 3M Open, we are actively protecting our planet and shaping a more sustainable future for golf. In partnership with Walters’ Recycling, Rico Solutions, and our ecology team, we operate a robust waste recovery system, manually sorting trash bags to maximize diversion from landfills. By utilizing three-bin systems with double composting capacity, eliminating single-use plastics in partnership with our vendors, and deploying specialized kitchen receptacles donated by Anoka County, we successfully turn tournament waste into rich soil for the Minneapolis area.