Growing Greener: Bauman’s Farm & Garden

Established 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 devoted not just to our consumers however to being excellent stewards of the Earth and community,” stated Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths terrific, fantastic grand son. That commitment to sustainability has actually prompted Baumans to steadily invest in energy performance for more than a years– cutting yearly natural gas use by an approximated 55,000 therms and providing annual energy expense savings of around $42,200.
Last year, when it was time to install a brand-new greenhouse, Baumans reached out to greenhouse vendor OBC Northwest, Inc. for an energy-efficient design made 100% of twin-wall polycarbonate. “Although its a big space with two bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature in the greenhouse stays rather consistent,” said Bauman.
Due to the fact that of twin-wall technology, the greenhouse is anticipated to save an estimated $10,700 in yearly gas expenses compared to single-wall building. Baumans got an Energy Trust of Oregon cash reward of $2,400 to assist balance out the included expense.
Baumans has actually received more than $80,000 in Energy Trust rewards. “We make the most of Energy Trusts offerings every chance we get. Feel confident, well be doing more projects in the future,” said Bauman.
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