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 business, were committed not just to our consumers but to being great stewards of the Earth and community,” stated Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths terrific, excellent grandson. That dedication to sustainability has actually triggered Baumans to gradually buy energy efficiency for more than a years– cutting yearly natural gas usage by an estimated 55,000 therms and providing yearly energy cost savings of approximately $42,200.
In 2015, when it was time to install a 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 big area with two bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature in the greenhouse remains rather continuous,” said Bauman. The greenhouses polycarbonate has a pigment that diffuses light, supplying outstanding light quality for plant development. 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 plans to install in the future.
Since of twin-wall technology, the greenhouse is expected to conserve an estimated $10,700 in yearly natural gas expenses compared to single-wall construction. Baumans got an Energy Trust of Oregon money incentive of $2,400 to help offset the included expense.
Baumans has actually gotten more than $80,000 in Energy Trust incentives. “We take benefit of Energy Trusts offerings every chance we get. Feel confident, well be doing more tasks in the future,” said Bauman.
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