What the Event Already Does Well and Why it Matters

Waste Management Phoenix Open organizers have invested heavily in reducing the event's environmental footprint. The tournament runs comprehensive recycling and composting programs, partners with catering teams that emphasize compostable serviceware and food recovery, and reports very high waste-diversion performance compared with typical big events.

For VIP guests, that means the premium experience no longer has to come at the expense of sustainability. When your suite uses compostable dining ware, sources food from local suppliers, and diverts waste properly, your luxury day feels better, and your hosting budget can reflect both comfort and conscience.

Solar, Suites, And Quiet Luxury

You’ll see a lot about “green suites” when you make your bookings for the tour trip. To give you a brief description, these are hospitality spaces that incorporate renewable energy, low-energy lighting, and sustainable materials. At a big event like WMPO, organizers and hospitality partners are increasingly experimenting with renewable power for temporary suites and hospitality pavilions, using on-site solar arrays and renewable energy offsets to reduce the event’s footprint.

Even where permanent solar doesn’t power a particular suite, many hospitality packages now include carbon-offset options or energy-efficient setup choices. Just to make sure, call your host or concierge and ask them about the green options built into your VIP package before booking.

Food that Feels Local and Responsible

One of the clearest ways WMPO mixes luxury with sustainability is in its food program. Tournament partners have moved towards compostable serviceware, food recovery programs that donate unsold meals, and sourcing practices that favor local vendors and seasonal produce. That shift means VIP hospitality can highlight carefully prepared, farm-forward menus, such as organic salads, locally raised protein, and thoughtfully prepared wines, without generating the usual hospitality waste. When you book a premium suite, ask about the menu sourcing and whether leftover food is donated or composted on-site.

Greener Arrivals: Electric Shuttles and Low-Impact Transport

Getting to and from TPC Scottsdale used to mean parking headaches and idling cars. Today, travel planners and private transportation companies increasingly offer lower-impact options: EV shuttles, group transfers in high-efficiency vehicles, and coordinated arrivals that reduce traffic and emissions.

If you’re arranging a group VIP transport, look for providers who advertise electric or hybrid fleets and ask event coordinators about official low-emission shuttle options. Local providers also offer concierge-level EV-charging coordination for guests staying at nearby hotels.

VIP Venue Options & Pricing Worth Knowing

If you’re planning a high-end trip, here are some of the premium venue options at the Phoenix Open:

• Skybox 16 Loge - This is the most sought-after spot located at the iconic 16th hole. Credentials for the Loge are listed as $655 per person per day. The full 10-day package would cost approximately $ 24,000.
• 1937 Club Suites - Located at the 18th hole, this area is curated by the Fairmont Sottsdale Princess and offers elevated food & beverage services, premium lounge areas, and prime views. A single package is around $90,000 from Wednesday to Sunday.
• General Hospitality & Travel Packages - If you prefer a broader hospitality experience, packages that include accommodations, grounds tickets, and optional hospitality add-ons start from around $1,200 and go up significantly depending on view and venue.

Although some of them are luxurious, not all of them are aligned with the tour’s sustainability concept, so make sure to do a bit of research before booking.

Practical Tips for Booking Smart

When you reserve VIP hospitality, ask these quick questions:

• Do you provide compostable serviceware?
• Is leftover food donated or composted?
• Are EV or hybrid shuttle options available?
• Can the suite’s energy use be offset?

Hospitality that answers “yes” to several of these questions is probably a truly green VIP package.

Luxury and sustainability are no longer at odds at major sporting events like WMPO. The tournament’s sustainability infrastructure proves that you can chase the chaos of the 16th hole and still leave less of a footprint.

Ready to experience Scottsdale the responsible way? Book a tailored WMPO trip with GolfTripJunkie and ask about sustainable VIP packages. We're just one call away from providing any information you need to get the best VIP experience.

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