Growing Greener: Bauman’s Farm & Garden
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22% OffEstablished by Elizabeth Bauman in 1895, Baumans Farm & & Garden in Gervais has a long history of providing trees, flowers, produce, pies and more to consumers throughout the Willamette Valley. “As a family business, were dedicated not only to our clients but to being excellent stewards of the Earth and community,” stated Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths great, excellent grand son. That commitment to sustainability has actually triggered Baumans to steadily buy energy efficiency for more than a years– cutting annual natural gas use by an approximated 55,000 therms and delivering yearly energy cost savings of roughly $42,200.
Last year, when it was time to install a brand-new greenhouse, Baumans reached out to greenhouse supplier OBC Northwest, Inc. for an energy-efficient model made 100% of twin-wall polycarbonate. “Although its a big area with two bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature in the greenhouse remains quite consistent,” stated Bauman.
Because of twin-wall innovation, the greenhouse is anticipated to conserve an estimated $10,700 in annual natural gas expenses compared to single-wall building and construction. Baumans got an Energy Trust of Oregon money incentive of $2,400 to assist balance out the added cost.
Baumans has received more than $80,000 in Energy Trust rewards. “We take advantage of Energy Trusts offerings every chance we get. Feel confident, well be doing more tasks in the future,” stated Bauman.
Could your nursery benefit from energy-efficiency upgrades? Examine out the current no- and affordable ideas and resources to make your service run better, go to www.energytrust.org/for-business or call 1.888.777.4479.