Growing Green: Big Marble Farms' Bright Future

Big Marble Farms is making strides in Alberta's agriculture scene with a shiny new upgrade! Thanks to innovative horticultural grow lights, they'll be growing more tomatoes and cucumbers while saving energy and costs. 🌱

The funding they received will help install over 5,000 cutting-edge lights at their greenhouse, aiming to save nearly $2 million in utility costs and reduce emissions by 4,600 tonnes. That's a big win for both the environment and local food supply!

Alberta is stepping up to meet the growing local and global demand for fresh produce. With an eye on sustainability, farmers here are embracing new technologies that allow them to produce even more while using fewer resources.

The new lighting means Big Marble Farms can harness up to 45% more light than before, enabling them to grow bigger and better crops without breaking the bank on energy bills. 💡

This initiative is part of the Strategic Energy Management for Industry Program, supporting various sectors to cut costs and boost competitiveness while embracing eco-friendly practices.

So here's to Big Marble Farms and their commitment to a more sustainable, food-secure future for all Albertans!