Smart passive greenhouse a step closer to realisation
As part of the sustainability competition launched last year, GEN-I threw their support behind three projects whose sophisticated solutions could make a major contribution to sustainable development. One of the projects chosen was the Smart Passive Greenhouse developed by the Passivus company. Its patented wooden structure is a unique and energy-efficient solution for local food self-sufficiency.
Progress in greenhouse development
The project has hit several important milestones in the last few months. After consulting experts on the planned materials and construction method, the team at Passivus have successfully aligned the project with the basic construction guidelines. They have managed to exclude concrete from the greenhouse foundations and are following the latest sustainable construction trends when selecting their materials.
In parallel with this, they have been working with an architect to prepare the project design documentation (PZI). The Passivus team aim to have the PZI completed by March, which will enable them to start building the pilot greenhouse in the village of Stranje pri Kamniku.
Activities to follow
Over the next few months, the project will enter a key development phase with the erection of the first 40 m² prototype in Stranje in March and April. Passivus will design a graphic identity for the project by May and conduct an in-depth analysis in July and August that looks at the greenhouse’s environmental impact. This will be followed in August by a study for the possible integration of agrivoltaics, and in September the team will start developing AI systems for the automation of the cultivation process.
The Smart Passive Greenhouse project is an excellent example of sustainable construction and the smart use of natural resources. With these next steps, Passivus will lay the foundations for a better and more self-sufficient food-supply system, with innovation and sustainability the key drivers of efficiency and environmental responsibility. GEN-I are monitoring the progress of the project with keen interest and believe that it will help to broaden the application of sustainable practices in agriculture and construction.
