Growing Greener: Bauman’s Farm & Garden

Established 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 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, great grand son. That dedication to sustainability has actually triggered Baumans to progressively invest in energy performance for more than a decade– cutting yearly natural gas usage by an estimated 55,000 therms and delivering annual energy expense savings of around $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 large area with two bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature level in the greenhouse remains quite consistent,” said Bauman.
Due to the fact that of twin-wall technology, the greenhouse is anticipated to conserve an estimated $10,700 in yearly natural gas costs compared to single-wall building and construction. Baumans received an Energy Trust of Oregon cash reward of $2,400 to help offset the added cost.
Baumans has actually received more than $80,000 in Energy Trust incentives. “We benefit from Energy Trusts offerings every opportunity we get. Feel confident, well be doing more tasks in the future,” said Bauman.
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