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Exploring energy innovation in the Netherlands
Via the GrowSave project, NFU Energy organised a 3-day Study Tour to the Netherlands in March for UK greenhouse growers. Our focus, of course, was energy – using it more efficiently, sustainably, cost-effectively and learning about new technology and innovation. The Dutch are among the top commercial horticulturalist in the world, with a particular talent…
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Energy Efficiency in Glasshouses – workshop presentations
Our most recent workshop was focused on the practical measures and actions growers and site staff can make to improve efficiencies in glasshouses to reduce energy use and cut costs. Please find the topics covered below and download copies of the presentations which were delivered by NFU Energy, Ebtech and Bridge Greenhouses: To keep up…
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How to identify high risk of condensation and possible solutions
A look at greenhouse temperature, calculated plant temperature and dew point temperature and the reasons for high condensation risk.
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How to use plant temperature
The aim is to make sure that the plant temperature is never lower than the dew-point of the air. You can take direct measurements from the plant or use a computer model to predict the temperature.
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How to avoid condensation in the greenhouse
Find out how identify and manage the risk of condensation whatever your greenhouse crop.
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How to stop unnecessary venting in the greenhouse
Practical actions to minimise ventilation whilst maintaining the humidity conditions you want.
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What is the cost of humidity control?
A controlled study of two humidity control strategies and their costs to show the effect of each strategy in the greenhouse.
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What is your minimum pipe temperature setting?
Learn how to ensure humidity influences and ventilation settings don’t lower the effectiveness of your minimum pipe temperature strategy.
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How to achieve good humidity control with minimum energy use
A detailed, practical example of how to achieve good humidity control in the greenhouse while using the minimum amount of energy.
