Growing Greener: Bauman’s Farm & Garden

Founded by Elizabeth Bauman in 1895, Baumans Farm & & Garden in Gervais has a long history of supplying trees, flowers, produce, pies and more to clients throughout the Willamette Valley. “As a household business, were dedicated not just to our clients however to being great stewards of the Earth and neighborhood,” said Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths great, terrific grand son. That commitment to sustainability has actually triggered Baumans to gradually buy energy efficiency for more than a decade– cutting yearly gas use by an estimated 55,000 therms and delivering annual energy expense savings of around $42,200.
Last year, when it was time to set up a new greenhouse, Baumans reached out to greenhouse supplier OBC Northwest, Inc. for an energy-efficient design made 100% of twin-wall polycarbonate. “Although its a large space with two bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature in the greenhouse remains quite continuous,” said Bauman. The greenhouses polycarbonate has a pigment that diffuses light, offering exceptional light quality for plant development. Roofing system vents in each bay permit natural ventilation. The gable style has an internal truss that can accommodate a motorized nighttime thermal curtain, which Baumans plans to install in the future.
Due to the fact that of twin-wall technology, the greenhouse is expected to conserve an approximated $10,700 in annual gas costs compared to single-wall building. Baumans got an Energy Trust of Oregon cash incentive of $2,400 to assist offset 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 tasks in the future,” stated Bauman.
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