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 family service, were devoted not only to our clients however to being great stewards of the Earth and community,” said Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths fantastic, fantastic grand son. That commitment to sustainability has prompted Baumans to gradually buy energy performance for more than a decade– cutting annual natural gas use by an approximated 55,000 therms and providing yearly energy cost savings of approximately $42,200.
Last year, when it was time to install a brand-new greenhouse, Baumans reached out to greenhouse supplier OBC Northwest, Inc. for an energy-efficient model made 100% of twin-wall polycarbonate. “Although its a large area with 2 bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature in the greenhouse stays quite constant,” stated Bauman.
Since of twin-wall innovation, the greenhouse is anticipated to conserve an estimated $10,700 in annual gas costs compared to single-wall construction. Baumans got an Energy Trust of Oregon cash incentive of $2,400 to help offset the added cost.
Baumans has received more than $80,000 in Energy Trust incentives. “We take benefit of Energy Trusts offerings every opportunity we get. Feel confident, well be doing more jobs in the future,” stated Bauman.
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