What Is a Net Zero Greenhouse? Designing for a More Sustainable Future
As growers and organizations look for more sustainable ways to produce food, the idea of the “net zero greenhouse” is getting a lot of attention.
As growers and organizations look for more sustainable ways to produce food, the idea of the “net zero greenhouse” is getting a lot of attention.
The choice of greenhouse covering material is rarely as simple as comparing price per square foot. Upfront material cost is only one variable in an
For many greenhouse projects, the glazing decision eventually narrows to a familiar comparison: Polycarbonate or something newer like ETFE? Polycarbonate has become a common choice
With drought conditions affecting more and more growing regions worldwide, water efficiency has moved from a best practice to a business necessity. For growers evaluating
If you’ve spent any time researching greenhouse design, you’ve probably noticed that most conversations about materials tend to circle around the same options. Glass. Polycarbonate.
At some point in the process of every greenhouse project, the focus narrows to a deceptively simple question: What should we use for glazing? It’s
Many growers today are operating or acquiring greenhouses that were built decades ago. These structures have produced successful crops for years but may now struggle
When ETFE comes up in greenhouse design, it’s often described as lighter than glass, highly transparent, and long-lasting. Those are useful starting points, but they
While it is typically within the scope of the federal government to issue agricultural grants, there is currently a lot of uncertainty around the status
One of the most difficult challenges in greenhouse CEA (controlled environment agriculture) is designing an appropriate ventilation system to maintain proper temperature and relative humidity
Mushroom cultivation is more than just a niche farming practice—it’s a thriving sector with immense market potential. Whether you’re looking to tap into the high-profit
Location: Omaha, NE Climate Zone: Cold & Very Cold/5b Size: (2) 30′ x 147′ GH & (2) 30′ x 98′ GH Application: Commercial Production Crop(s)
Building Management Systems (BMS) have been instrumental in providing efficient control and monitoring systems in industrial and commercial buildings, primarily for heating, ventilation, and air
Exploring the synergy between wind energy and greenhouses presents a sustainable pathway for agricultural practices. This blog delves into how wind turbines, as a cornerstone
Choosing to power your commercial farm with renewable energy is an excellent way to save money and lessen your carbon footprint. Two types of technologies
Find funding from utilities across North America By Gretchen Schimelpfenig Strategic businesses build greenhouses to pay for them quickly. An effective way to lower the
If you’re an avid gardener that wants to stay prolific when the days get colder and darker, you’re probably thinking about ways you can optimize
As winter approaches, many regions face the inevitable shift in weather conditions that come with this season. For commercial greenhouse operators, this means adapting operations
Learn how to heat your greenhouse in the winter by harnessing and storing solar energy to keep your greenhouse growing through the colder months without
This blog is a summary of the RII Water Circularity Best Practices Guide. Our intention is to briefly outline some important points the guide makes,
Like any business, greenhouses should be completely prepared for any unexpected emergencies, including power outages. For commercial greenhouses, a power outage is much more than an
Ceres was founded with a mission to create energy-efficient growing spaces that make net zero food production possible. To achieve this, we have designed greenhouses that are
Developing a greenhouse lighting strategy for your grow operation might seem overwhelming. How much do I need to use greenhouse supplemental lighting? Does light intensity
Designing a Ground to Air Heat Transfer System A Ground to Air Heat Transfer system– also called an Earth Battery, Earth Tubes, or a Climate Battery
As much as cultivators wish they could predict what their outdoor growing season will be like, they are always at the mercy of Mother Nature.
Managing and balancing temperature and humidity in the greenhouse can be a source of frustration, further compounded by location, climate, greenhouse environmental control systems, and
A Ceres GAHT® (ground to air heat transfer) System is our patented geothermal climate control technology that has helped our growers maintain comfortable growing conditions,
Why an automated controller is better than a thermostat for your climate controlled greenhouse Ceres’ patented solar design and innovative climate control technologies enable us
By Hervé Maumus-Hue Carbon dioxide (CO2): The Basics Introduction 1 – Different types of plants, different biological processes 2 – C3 plants: the importance of
By Hervé Maumus-Hue Managing a perfect growing environment is challenging and is the topic of much research. We know that the environment dictates the efficiency
Get A Free Quote At Ceres, we help our clients become smarter growers by staying at the forefront of greenhouse technology. We conduct our own
For the second installation of our greenhouse lighting series, we will be discussing the difference between the two most commonly used artificial lights in commercial greenhouse
At Ceres we are challenging the idea that “high tech” means “expensive” when it comes to greenhouse design. Between our patented passive solar structural design
Our data engineers have developed a comprehensive online tool that compares the energy savings of a Ceres sealed greenhouse against a traditional greenhouse design and an indoor
For many greenhouse growers, environmental control starts with temperature and relative humidity. These are familiar metrics and are easy to measure, easy to adjust. But
The following is an excerpt from The Year-Round Solar Greenhouse, with additional content provided by expert greenhouse grower Paul Alaback. Year-round greenhouse growers and all gardeners
A climate battery is a ground-to-air heat exchanger that provides year-round heating and cooling of solar greenhouses and other structures using the thermal mass of
Growing in a year-round greenhouse often means contending with heat. For most crops, photosynthesis slows when temperatures exceed 95 F (35 C). As the dog
*While there is useful information in this blog, we no longer supply Phase Change Material, nor do we design our facilities with this material. The
