Growing Greener: Bauman’s Farm & Garden

Established by Elizabeth Bauman in 1895, Baumans Farm & & Garden in Gervais has a long history of supplying trees, flowers, produce, pies and more to consumers throughout the Willamette Valley. “As a household business, were devoted not only to our clients however to being great stewards of the Earth and neighborhood,” stated Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths fantastic, great grandson. That dedication 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 delivering yearly energy expense savings of approximately $42,200.
In 2015, when it was time to set up a new greenhouse, Baumans connected 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 in the greenhouse stays quite constant,” said Bauman. The greenhouses polycarbonate has a pigment that diffuses light, supplying outstanding light quality for plant development. Roof vents in each bay enable natural ventilation. The gable style has an internal truss that can accommodate a motorized nighttime thermal curtain, which Baumans strategies to install in the future.
Due to the fact that of twin-wall technology, the greenhouse is anticipated to conserve an approximated $10,700 in yearly gas costs compared to single-wall building. Baumans received an Energy Trust of Oregon cash reward of $2,400 to assist offset the added expense.
Baumans has actually gotten more than $80,000 in Energy Trust rewards. “We benefit from Energy Trusts offerings every chance we get. Feel confident, well be doing more tasks in the future,” stated Bauman.
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