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Greenhouse of the Future

Final Report

Document format: pdf

Publisher: U.S. Department of Energy

Creation date: July 3, 1998

This greenhouse of the future is located at the Center for Regenerative Studies (CRS) at Cal Poly Pomona. The building design was driven by desired environmental conditions. The primary objective was to keep the interior space warm during winter for the breeding of fish and other greenhouse activities, especially in the winter. To do this, a highly insulating envelope was needed. Straw bales provide excellent insulation with an R-value of approximately 50 and also help solve the environmental problems associated with this agricultural waste product. A summary of the construction progress, construction costs and operating costs are included.

Key Words: DOE • Energy Conservation • Waste Product Utilization • Thermal Insulation