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 customers throughout the Willamette Valley. “As a household organization, were devoted not only to our customers however to being good stewards of the Earth and community,” said Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths terrific, great grand son. That commitment to sustainability has triggered Baumans to progressively buy energy effectiveness for more than a years– cutting yearly gas use by an approximated 55,000 therms and providing annual energy expense savings of approximately $42,200.
Last year, when it was time to install a brand-new greenhouse, Baumans connected to greenhouse supplier OBC Northwest, Inc. for an energy-efficient design 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 consistent,” stated Bauman. The greenhouses polycarbonate has a pigment that diffuses light, supplying excellent light quality for plant development. Roofing system vents in each bay permit for natural ventilation. The gable style has an internal truss that can accommodate a motorized nighttime thermal curtain, which Baumans plans to install in the future.
The greenhouse is anticipated to save an approximated $10,700 in annual natural gas costs compared to single-wall construction due to the fact that of twin-wall innovation. Baumans received an Energy Trust of Oregon money reward of $2,400 to help offset the included cost.
Baumans has gotten more than $80,000 in Energy Trust incentives. “We benefit from Energy Trusts offerings every chance we get. Rest ensured, well be doing more projects in the future,” said Bauman.
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