Freight Farms
Freight Farms is a company that sells hydroponic farms in shipping containers.
They offer a variety of resources to help you get started, including a 3D tour of their farm, a resource center with helpful booklets and guides, and a series of videos called the Grow Food Here Series.
However, the container itself is over $100K.
Backyard Greenhouses
http://backyardgreenhouses.com/sale
Backyard Greenhouses is a US/CA based company that has been in business for over 20 years. They offer a wide variety of greenhouses, including a new and improved 5 wall polycarbonate that is the most energy efficient on the market. Prices start at $5K for an 8×8 greenhouse.
Ceres Greenhouse Solutions
CeresGS is a company with strong alignment to our vision. Rover has signed up to help with follow up research. Bigger scale but is a good reference to model and learn from.
Sunglo Greenhouses
Greenhouse company with prices in the $5k to $10k range.
Needs further research to understand component parts.
Soliculture
Company developed solar panels that have neutral effects on plants and generate enough power to be economically interesting. They collaborated with plant physiologists and greenhouse growers.
Go Green Aquaponics
https://gogreenaquaponics.com/
Aquaponics is a combination of aquaculture and hydroponics. It is a sustainable way to grow plants and fish in a closed system. A small-scale aquaponics system can be built for as little as $50-$100 and can produce a variety of leafy greens, herbs, and small vegetables.
ShelterLogic
The patio greenhouses are sold in the UK by distributors.
One of the major benefits of a patio greenhouse is convenience. It is important to grow the right plants for the season, and your patio greenhouse can create the ideal environment for growing strong plants. The patio greenhouses can be assembled in 15 minutes and fit in small spaces, making it a simple way to grow your own food.
Patio greenhouses can also save you money. By reducing the likelihood of inclement weather damaging your plants, you will not have to purchase more seedlings to replant. These greenhouses can also last for many seasons, making them a wise investment. You can be confident that your plants are in good hands with patio greenhouses because they are made with high-quality PVC covers and ultra-durable metal frames.
The company does not have any other sustainable technologies at this time. The low-cost structure of the patio greenhouses allows the company to focus on other needs.
Earthship
Designs and builds sustainable homes and greenhouses
The total cost of an Earthship home can vary depending on the size, location, and materials used. However, you can expect to pay between $220,000 and $550,000 for a 2,000-square-foot home. This is significantly higher than the average cost of a traditional home, which is around $300,000.
Here are some factors that can affect the total cost of an Earthship home:
- Size: The larger the Earthship, the more expensive it will be to build.
- Location: The cost of materials and labor will vary depending on where you live.
- Materials: If you use recycled or salvaged materials, you can save money on construction costs.
- Labor: If you do more of the work yourself, you can save money on labor costs.
Despite the higher upfront cost, Earthships offer a number of advantages over traditional homes. They are extremely energy-efficient and can be built to be off-grid, meaning that they do not rely on public utilities for electricity, water, or heating. Earthships are also very durable and can withstand extreme weather conditions.
If you are considering building an Earthship home, it is important to carefully consider your budget and needs. You should also do your research to find a reputable builder who is experienced in constructing Earthships.
The high cost of Earthships is a major drawback. However, the off-grid capabilities of Earthships could be a valuable asset for some people.
EcoGrow Solutions
This farm is working to reduce its carbon footprint by using sustainable practices.
Their produce is 100% UK grown, free from pesticides and herbicides, and delivered within 24 hours of harvest.
The soil they use is shredded coconut shell (coco coir) that is inert, which means it does not leach fertilizer.
Their produce has a shelf life of up to 10 days in the fridge if properly stored.
Netafim UK
https://www.netafim.uk/greenhouse/
Sells irrigation systems for greenhouses
This company is part of Orbia and has a lot of technology related to irrigation.
They are not tied to the small scale and do not offer standalone water catchment.
They are possible when looking at irrigation.
ZipGrow / Bright Agrotech
Zipgrow is a company that provides information on greenhouse business start-up costs, profits, and labor. They make a case for profitability in 1 year with an investment of around $40K. They also have other products like a zippod, which is another container option at $180K. They have a blog with a lot of the topics this initiative is interested in.
UniGro
The company was active about a decade ago, but their website is dated and some links are stale. They had a couple of UK installations, but they do not seem to be focused on the individual level.