Tips on Calculating Energy Savings By Lowering Light Use

Controlled-environment growers have several ways to control and reduce energy costs. In all cases, it helps to first understand the electricity market and the different rate options.

By turning out their facility lights at selective times, greenhouse growers can avoid significant electricity costs. But deciding to hit the switch is not a simple decision. Some market and rate factors need to be understood before growers can act with confidence.

Your region’s demand and power capacity can play a big role in determining what your true costs will be. Check out this recent article from 360 Energy which looked at how Ontario’s hourly energy price is driven by power demand and capacity.