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Energy Options & Energy-Saving Technologies for Greenhouse Production

Energy Options & Energy-Saving Technologies for Greenhouse Production. By Paul A. Thomas & Forrest Stegelin University of Georgia. 2006 Oklahoma Conference Sponsored by The OFA.

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Energy Options & Energy-Saving Technologies for Greenhouse Production

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  1. Energy Options & Energy-Saving Technologies for Greenhouse Production By Paul A. Thomas & Forrest Stegelin University of Georgia 2006 Oklahoma Conference Sponsored by The OFA

  2. Natural Gas and Propane will not be economically viable fuel sources for greenhouse production within the next five years….unlessyou can raise the price of your product 18% -28%

  3. We Must Raise Our Prices! 5.13% Annual increase

  4. Reducing Energy Costs: Are There Easy Solutions? Nope!

  5. Before you blow your top, do a comprehensive business assessment Do an Energy Audit Do a Site Inspection Do an Inquisition: Evaluate all Hidden Costs! (product handling, etc) Hold a Staff Meeting and reward Input !

  6. Consider Your Options Perform general maintenance Reduce or eliminate low profit crops Reduce high risk customers Re-train employees for efficiency Set new company policies! Keep better records…and use them! Reduce

  7. Do Your Homework on Energy Alternatives

  8. Plan For The Future • Discuss 5 and 10 year plans for business • Consider re-tooling over time: Greenhouse glazing Heat curtains New heaters / boilers • Consider long-term investment effects

  9. Tighten Your Belt • Review Yearly Expenses – Yearly! • Evaluate Procedures / Policies • Eliminate Shrinkage • Conserve Energy Expenditures • Reconsider Your Technology Level

  10. Do all the Small Percentage Decreases in Cost Add Up to Something Worthwhile? Let’s Ask Forrest…..

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