Vertical Farming
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Vertical Farming
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Author : HAZELLE S. CABUGAO
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2017
Vertical Farming written by HAZELLE S. CABUGAO and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017 with categories.
Vertical Farming
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Author : Gary Grending
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019-10-12
Vertical Farming written by Gary Grending and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-12 with categories.
As the world realises the benefits of education, more and more people move to cities; in search of a better future. A future which includes affordable housing, health-care, quality education and inexpensive food. However, while the other options are possible, the pressing question here is: if so many people relocate to the cities, who will work on the farms then?Historically, the farms; built in rural areas, have provided the city-dwellers with cheap food. However, times are changing now. Modern agriculturists believe that cities too can produce ample amounts of food.In this gripping book, we introduce you to modern agricultural technology, "Vertical Farms." A state-of-the-art farm, built inside a skyscraper, which grows enough fruits and vegetables to feed the entire town.This book leads you on an adventure inside a vertical farm; explaining how they can be built inside an abandoned building, and produce enough fresh fruits and vegetables to feed every person in the city. In fact, not just the city dwellers, but vertical farms can actually feed the astronauts who live on the International Space Station, with produce grown on-site.Small countries like Singapore are already taking advantage of vertical farming. With little land, water and sunlight, they have managed to produce tons of food for its fast growing population. If the Singaporeans can do it, anyone can do it.
Vertical Farming
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Author : Gilbert Ellis Bailey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1915
Vertical Farming written by Gilbert Ellis Bailey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1915 with Explosives categories.
The Vertical Farm
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Author : Dickson Despommier
language : en
Publisher: Macmillan
Release Date : 2010-10-12
The Vertical Farm written by Dickson Despommier and has been published by Macmillan this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-10-12 with Business & Economics categories.
"The vertical farm is a world-changing innovation whose time has come. Dickson Despommier's visionary book provides a blueprint for securing the world's food supply and at the same time solving one of the gravest environmental crises facing us today."--Sting Imagine a world where every town has their own local food source, grown in the safest way possible, where no drop of water or particle of light is wasted, and where a simple elevator ride can transport you to nature's grocery store - imagine the world of the vertical farm. When Columbia professor Dickson Despommier set out to solve America's food, water, and energy crises, he didn't just think big - he thought up. Despommier's stroke of genius, the vertical farm, has excited scientists, architects, and politicians around the globe. Now, in this groundbreaking book, Despommier explains how the vertical farm will have an incredible impact on changing the face of this planet for future generations. Despommier takes readers on an incredible journey inside the vertical farm, buildings filled with fruits and vegetables that will provide local food sources for entire cities. Vertical farms will allow us to: - Grow food 24 hours a day, 365 days a year - Protect crops from unpredictable and harmful weather - Re-use water collected from the indoor environment - Provide jobs for residents - Eliminate use of pesticides, fertilizers, or herbicides - Drastically reduce dependence on fossil fuels - Prevent crop loss due to shipping or storage - Stop agricultural runoff Vertical farms can be built in abandoned buildings and on deserted lots, transforming our cities into urban landscapes which will provide fresh food grown and harvested just around the corner. Possibly the most important aspect of vertical farms is that they can built by nations with little or no arable land, transforming nations which are currently unable to farm into top food producers. In the tradition of the bestselling The World Without Us, The Vertical Farm is a completely original landmark work destined to become an instant classic.
Vertical Farming
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language : en
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Release Date : 1915
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Future Of Urban Agriculture
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Author : T.S Avini
language : en
Publisher: AgenziaBia
Release Date : 2025-08-07
Future Of Urban Agriculture written by T.S Avini and has been published by AgenziaBia this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-08-07 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Discover the groundbreaking world of vertical farming with "Future of Urban Agriculture: How Vertical Farming is Shaping Our World." Delve into the silent revolution amidst our bustling cities where skyscrapers meet green innovations. Explore the evolution from traditional to technological farming: - Uncover how vertical farming addresses critical challenges of food security, urbanization, and sustainability. - Learn about the science behind hydroponics, aeroponics, and aquaponics that powers this agricultural evolution. This guide also examines the economic aspects, shedding light on the costs, benefits, and social impact, such as job creation and community empowerment. See real-world applications through inspiring case studies of successful vertical farms globally and envision the potential for integrating vertical farms into urban landscapes. With over half the world's population in cities, the need for innovative food solutions is urgent. Engage with the potentials, challenges, and policies shaping the future of urban agriculture. Join the green revolution and take a bold step toward a more sustainable future today.
Plant Factory
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Author : Toyoki Kozai
language : en
Publisher: Academic Press
Release Date : 2019-11-03
Plant Factory written by Toyoki Kozai and has been published by Academic Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-03 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Plant Factory: An Indoor Vertical Farming System for Efficient Quality Food Production, Second Edition presents a comprehensive look at the implementation of plant factory (PF) practices to yield food crops for both improved food security and environmental sustainability. Edited and authored by leading experts in PF and controlled environment agriculture (CEA), the book is divided into five sections, including an Overview and the Concept of Closed Plant Production Systems (CPPS), the Basics of Physics and Physiology – Environments and Their Effects, System Design, Construction, Cultivation and Management and Plant Factories in Operation. In addition to new coverage on the rapid advancement of LED technology and its application in indoor vertical farming, other revisions to the new edition include updated information on the status of business R&D and selected commercial PFALs (plant factory with artificial lighting). Additional updates include those focused on micro and mini-PFALs for improving the quality of life in urban areas, the physics and physiology of light, the impact of PFAL on the medicinal components of plants, and the system design, construction, cultivation and management issues related to transplant production within closed systems, photoautotrophic micro-propagation and education, training and intensive business forums on PFs. - Includes coverage of LED technology - Presents case-studies for real-world insights and application - Addresses PF from economics and planning, to operation and lifecycle assessment
Instant Insights Vertical Farming In Horticulture
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Author : Prof Dickson Despommier
language : en
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
Release Date : 2020-12-08
Instant Insights Vertical Farming In Horticulture written by Prof Dickson Despommier and has been published by Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-12-08 with Science categories.
This specially curated collection features five reviews of current and key research on vertical farming in horticulture. The first chapter describes and evaluates technologies and methods for growing edible plants indoors and presents a survey of selected commercial vertical farms currently operating that employ them. The second chapter explores the benefits of plant factories with artificial lighting (PFALs). The chapter assesses resource consumption, costs and performance of current PFALs, as well as methods for reducing resource consumption and production costs. The third chapter explores recent advances in the ornamentals industry, such as vertical propagation systems and LED technology, and how these can be implemented to meet the challenges of a changing marketplace and societal demands. The fourth chapter describes the advantages and disadvantages of hydroponics, along with the equipment and substrates used, and also examines soilless/hydroponic growing systems for vegetables. The final chapter describes the most recent innovation in hydroponic technologies for plant cultivation within cities and their adaptability to the urban fabric.
Vertical Farming In Urban Areas
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Author : Robert C Brears
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2024-06-06
Vertical Farming In Urban Areas written by Robert C Brears and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-06-06 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Discover the future of agriculture with "Vertical Farming in Urban Areas: Innovative Agriculture, Food Security, and Sustainable Growth Practices." As cities expand and the demand for fresh, locally-sourced produce intensifies, vertical farming offers a revolutionary solution. This comprehensive guide delves into how vertical farming is transforming urban food production, providing sustainable solutions to some of the most pressing global challenges. Explore the latest advancements in technologies such as hydroponics, aeroponics, and aquaponics, which enable high-yield, resource-efficient food production. Understand the critical role vertical farming plays in enhancing food security by ensuring a consistent supply of fresh, nutritious produce year-round. Learn about sustainable growth practices that optimize resource use, reduce waste, and minimize environmental impact. Through detailed insights and practical strategies, this book highlights the immense potential of vertical farming to create resilient, sustainable urban food systems and contribute to a healthier, greener future. Embark on a journey to understand how vertical farming is not just an innovative agricultural method but a pivotal movement towards a sustainable and food-secure world.
Is Vertical Farming A More Sustainable Alternative To Conventional Farming In Hong Kong
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Author : Kwok-Hang Cheng
language : en
Publisher: Open Dissertation Press
Release Date : 2017-01-27
Is Vertical Farming A More Sustainable Alternative To Conventional Farming In Hong Kong written by Kwok-Hang Cheng and has been published by Open Dissertation Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-01-27 with categories.
This dissertation, "Is Vertical Farming a More Sustainable Alternative to Conventional Farming in Hong Kong?" by Kwok-hang, Cheng, 鄭國鏗, was obtained from The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong) and is being sold pursuant to Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 Hong Kong License. The content of this dissertation has not been altered in any way. We have altered the formatting in order to facilitate the ease of printing and reading of the dissertation. All rights not granted by the above license are retained by the author. Abstract: Hong Kong's agricultural sector has been declining since the 1980s with the reduction in area of arable lands and number of farmers. The trend of over-reliance on imported produce is likely to continue with population growth in the upcoming decades. The climbing imported to locally grown food ratio might aggravate climate change. Vertical farming, which is promoted in recent years as a more sustainable mode of farming than conventional cultivation, is investigated mainly in terms of life cycle Greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions of its produce. Assessment was carried out following the guidelines in two relevant sets of Publicly Available Specification (PAS). Lettuce variety "Heading European," which is among the most popular leafy vegetables in Hong Kong, is chosen because of its significant share imported from Guangdong Province. Three sets of surveys have been conducted to find out if locally grown produce generates less GHG than imported one. The sustainability of vertical farming is also evaluated. It performs in a cradle-to-gate basis in which life cycle of the lettuce is assessed from the stage of farmland preparation to delivery of them to Vegetable Marketing Organization (VMO). The results of life cycle GHG evaluation show that produce of local farm generates fewer amounts of GHGs than the imported one. For lettuces imported from the conventional farm in Songyuancun, Guangdong Province, it generates approximately 1.57E+00kg of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2-e). It is about 132% higher than the one grown in local conventional farm at Tai Kong Po Tsuen, which is around 6.77E-01kg of CO2-e It seems the idea of replacing local conventional farming with vertical farming is not sustainable at this stage. Evaluation reveals the latter generates more amount of GHG which is 8.72E+00kg CO2-e/cup of Oak Leaf Lettuce. It is about 13 times higher than the locally grown in the conventional farm. The energy-hungry lighting system and the lack of renewable energy are among the major reasons for high GHG emission in vertical farming. Although the GHG emissions are higher than conventional farming in the designated lifecycle, vertical farming does contribute to sustainable development in terms of food stability and job opportunity. Uncertainties of this study could well be improved by developing a specific set of GHG emission factors for components in preparation stage and on-farm stage. More information could be collected for use and end-of-life stages, which is omitted in the study. Further comparison of wider variety of vegetables cultivated in different forms of farming should also be carried out. Carbon labelling scheme for agricultural products would brush up environmental awareness of both producers and consumers. With the trend of green consumption, it would provide an incentive for producers to adopt this scheme. It is especially important for local vertical farms to impose this scheme to increase its market competiveness. Moreover, government should play a significant role in promoting a more sustainable form of agriculture. Supportive policy like increasing investment in R&D for energy efficient technologies or even erecting a modern building for vertical farms would help achieve this goal. The lowered life cycle GHG emission would enhance sustainability of vertical farming. DOI: 10.5353/th_b5334215 Subjects: Ag