Growing Greener: Bauman’s Farm & Garden

Founded 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 service, were dedicated not only to our clients but to being great stewards of the Earth and neighborhood,” stated Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths terrific, fantastic grand son. That dedication to sustainability has triggered Baumans to progressively invest in energy effectiveness for more than a decade– cutting annual gas use 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 new greenhouse, Baumans reached out to greenhouse vendor OBC Northwest, Inc. for an energy-efficient model made 100% of twin-wall polycarbonate. “Although its a large area with 2 bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature in the greenhouse stays quite consistent,” stated Bauman.
The greenhouse is anticipated to conserve an approximated $10,700 in yearly natural gas expenses compared to single-wall building because of twin-wall innovation. Baumans got an Energy Trust of Oregon cash reward of $2,400 to assist offset the added expense.
Baumans has received more than $80,000 in Energy Trust incentives. “We take benefit of Energy Trusts offerings every opportunity we get. Rest assured, well be doing more tasks in the future,” said Bauman.
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