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 customers throughout the Willamette Valley. “As a household service, were dedicated not just to our clients however to being good stewards of the Earth and community,” said Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths fantastic, terrific grand son. That commitment to sustainability has triggered Baumans to progressively purchase energy efficiency for more than a years– cutting annual natural gas usage by an estimated 55,000 therms and delivering annual energy expense savings of around $42,200.
In 2015, when it was time to set up 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 big space with two bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature in the greenhouse stays rather consistent,” stated Bauman. The greenhouses polycarbonate has a pigment that diffuses light, supplying excellent light quality for plant development. Roofing vents in each bay enable 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.
Since of twin-wall innovation, the greenhouse is anticipated to conserve an approximated $10,700 in annual natural gas expenses compared to single-wall building. Baumans got an Energy Trust of Oregon cash reward of $2,400 to assist offset the included cost.
Baumans has actually gotten more than $80,000 in Energy Trust incentives. “We make the most of Energy Trusts offerings every opportunity we get. Rest assured, well be doing more projects in the future,” stated Bauman.
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