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 service, were dedicated not only to our clients but to being great stewards of the Earth and community,” said Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths excellent, excellent grandson. That commitment to sustainability has actually prompted Baumans to steadily buy energy efficiency for more than a decade– cutting annual gas usage by an approximated 55,000 therms and providing annual energy cost savings of around $42,200.
Last year, when it was time to install 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 big space with two bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature level in the greenhouse stays quite constant,” stated Bauman. The greenhouses polycarbonate has a pigment that diffuses light, providing excellent light quality for plant growth. Roofing system vents in each bay enable for 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.
The greenhouse is expected to save an approximated $10,700 in annual natural gas expenses compared to single-wall construction due to the fact that of twin-wall innovation. Baumans received an Energy Trust of Oregon money incentive of $2,400 to assist balance out the included cost.
Baumans has actually gotten more than $80,000 in Energy Trust rewards. “We benefit from Energy Trusts offerings every chance we get. Rest ensured, well be doing more projects in the future,” stated Bauman.
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