Growing Greener: Bauman’s Farm & Garden

Established by Elizabeth Bauman in 1895, Baumans Farm & & Garden in Gervais has a long history of providing trees, flowers, produce, pies and more to consumers throughout the Willamette Valley. “As a household organization, were dedicated not only to our customers but to being excellent stewards of the Earth and community,” stated Brian Bauman, co-owner and Elizabeths great, fantastic grand son. That dedication to sustainability has prompted Baumans to steadily purchase energy efficiency for more than a decade– cutting yearly natural gas use by an approximated 55,000 therms and providing yearly energy cost savings of around $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 space with two bays and 14-foot sidewalls, the temperature level in the greenhouse stays quite continuous,” stated Bauman.
The greenhouse is expected to conserve an approximated $10,700 in yearly natural gas expenses compared to single-wall construction because of twin-wall innovation. Baumans got an Energy Trust of Oregon cash incentive of $2,400 to assist offset the added cost.
Baumans has received more than $80,000 in Energy Trust rewards. “We benefit from Energy Trusts offerings every chance we get. Feel confident, well be doing more projects in the future,” said Bauman.
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