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 household organization, were devoted not only to our clients however to being great stewards of the Earth and community,” stated Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths terrific, great grandson. That commitment to sustainability has prompted Baumans to gradually purchase energy effectiveness for more than a years– cutting yearly gas use by an approximated 55,000 therms and providing 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 vendor 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 level in the greenhouse remains rather continuous,” stated Bauman.
The greenhouse is anticipated to save an estimated $10,700 in annual natural gas costs compared to single-wall building due to the fact that of twin-wall technology. Baumans got an Energy Trust of Oregon money incentive of $2,400 to assist balance out 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. Rest guaranteed, well be doing more projects in the future,” said Bauman.
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