Growing Greener: Bauman’s Farm & Garden
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14% OffFounded 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 organization, were committed not only to our customers but to being excellent stewards of the Earth and neighborhood,” stated Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths excellent, fantastic grandson. That dedication to sustainability has actually triggered Baumans to gradually invest in energy effectiveness for more than a decade– cutting annual gas usage by an estimated 55,000 therms and delivering yearly energy expense savings of around $42,200.
Last year, when it was time to install a brand-new greenhouse, Baumans reached out to greenhouse vendor OBC Northwest, Inc. for an energy-efficient design made 100% of twin-wall polycarbonate. “Although its a big area with two bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature level in the greenhouse remains rather consistent,” stated Bauman.
Since of twin-wall innovation, the greenhouse is expected to conserve an approximated $10,700 in yearly 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 included cost.
Baumans has gotten more than $80,000 in Energy Trust rewards. “We take benefit of Energy Trusts offerings every chance we get. Feel confident, well be doing more projects in the future,” said Bauman.
Could your nursery take advantage of energy-efficiency upgrades? Have a look at the current no- and low-cost tips and resources to make your service run much better, see www.energytrust.org/for-business or call 1.888.777.4479.