Growing Greener: Bauman’s Farm & Garden

Founded by Elizabeth Bauman in 1895, Baumans Farm & & Garden in Gervais has a long history of offering trees, flowers, produce, pies and more to consumers throughout the Willamette Valley. “As a household organization, were committed not only to our consumers however to being good stewards of the Earth and community,” said Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths terrific, excellent grandson. That dedication to sustainability has prompted Baumans to steadily purchase energy performance for more than a years– cutting yearly natural gas use by an estimated 55,000 therms and delivering yearly energy cost savings of around $42,200.
Last year, when it was time to set up a 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 space with two bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature in the greenhouse stays rather constant,” said Bauman.
Because of twin-wall innovation, the greenhouse is anticipated to save an approximated $10,700 in yearly gas costs compared to single-wall building. Baumans got an Energy Trust of Oregon money reward of $2,400 to assist balance out the added expense.
Baumans has received more than $80,000 in Energy Trust rewards. “We take advantage of Energy Trusts offerings every possibility we get. Rest assured, well be doing more projects in the future,” said Bauman.
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