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What is Aeroponics?
Aeroponics is a unique form of agriculture which grows vegetables, flowers, or other plants in a soilless, medium less, environment.
Can I Convert My Greenhouse to Geothermal?
It’s great to hear about all the advantages of Geothermal heating for greenhouses, but what good is it if you’ve already got one
Will a Geothermal Greenhouse Work for Me?
To most people in the world, "geothermal energy" means steaming hot water in very isolated areas that power hot springs
How Much Does a Geothermal Greenhouse Cost?
Just like any product, there is a wide range of costs, depending on how basic you’re willing to go or whether bells and whistles promise to make your life easier.
How Can I Make Geothermal Work for Me?
Whatever system you use to heat your greenhouse, it’s important to provide as much insulation as reasonably possible.
How do Geothermal Greenhouses Work?
Geo-air systems rely on low-tech designs for a simple, affordable, easy-to maintain and cheap-to-operate geothermal heating and cooling.
How do Sunken Greenhouses Work?
There are several ways that greenhouses can take advantage of geothermal heating, and each type has its own set of advantages.
Why Use Geothermal Heating in Greenhouses?
The primary purpose of a greenhouse is to keep an environment conducive to sprouting, growing and fruiting plants, separate from local conditions.
Can Geothermal Energy Heat a Greenhouse?
Water and soil below ground contain a vast reservoir of thermal energy, thanks to the natural heat emanating from the magma layers stretching thousands of miles below the earth’s crust.
What is a Geothermal Greenhouse? Part 2
Almost any kind of dense mass absorbs heat as it is exposed to sunlight.
What is a Geothermal Greenhouse? Part 1
Greenhouses, at the most fundamental level, are simply buildings designed to protect tender or out-of-season plants from damaging cold
Retention Ponds: Best Practices for Best Results
For a reservoir that’s meant to hold water for a long period of time, or protect the local groundwater from toxins and chemicals
Attention to Retention Ponds
Retention ponds, or Stormwater Wet ponds, are permanent bodies of water that provide opportunities for treatment
Damming Circumstances Reservoir Ponds
Before construction can begin, the river must be diverted through constructed channels on the surface or underground
More Important Considerations in Reservoir Design
Fast-moving or highly turbid water can carve deep ravines throughout a waterway or reservoir
Important Considerations in Reservoir Pond Design
The overall construction and individual functions of a reservoir will vary depending on the goals of the builder
Reservoir Classification
The local geology, the intended use of the water collected, and where/when the water is meant to be released are all defining parts of a reservoir
What About Other Reservoirs?
Flood control reservoirs are incredibly important for protecting life and developments located further downstream
Agricultural Reservoirs - Running off the Farm
Construction sites, or areas cleared for agricultural purposes, are especially vulnerable to increased sediment and pollutant run-off
What Goes into a Reservoir Pond?
As new residential or commercial developments are built, like roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and subdivisions, the natural landscape is no longer able to absorb water
What is a Reservoir Pond Good For?
Humans have been storing water in artificial ponds and lakes for a very long time.
Is Energy Use and Waste Disposal in Commercial RO Sustainable?
There are several options for removing salt from natural sources like ocean water,
Is Seawater a Sustainable Resource?
As the global demand for limited resources of fresh water increases, it seems obvious to turn to saltwater resources and desalination technology