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 clients throughout the Willamette Valley. “As a household service, were committed not just to our consumers however to being great stewards of the Earth and community,” stated Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths excellent, excellent grandson. That commitment to sustainability has actually triggered Baumans to gradually buy energy effectiveness for more than a years– cutting annual gas usage by an estimated 55,000 therms and delivering annual energy cost savings of roughly $42,200.
In 2015, when it was time to set up a new greenhouse, Baumans connected to greenhouse vendor OBC Northwest, Inc. for an energy-efficient model made 100% of twin-wall polycarbonate. “Although its a large space with 2 bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature level in the greenhouse remains quite constant,” said Bauman. The greenhouses polycarbonate has a pigment that diffuses light, providing outstanding light quality for plant development. Roof vents in each bay permit natural ventilation. The gable design has an internal truss that can accommodate a motorized nighttime thermal curtain, which Baumans strategies to set up in the future.
The greenhouse is expected to save an approximated $10,700 in annual natural gas expenses compared to single-wall construction since of twin-wall technology. Baumans received an Energy Trust of Oregon cash reward of $2,400 to help offset the included expense.
Baumans has gotten more than $80,000 in Energy Trust rewards. “We benefit from Energy Trusts offerings every chance we get. Rest ensured, well be doing more projects in the future,” stated Bauman.
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