In vertical farming, energy use remains a critical challenge—especially as rising utility costs threaten profitability. In this Q&A, energy engineer Gretchen Schimelpfenig, senior energy engineer at Energy Resources Integration, breaks down the biggest energy drains like HVAC systems and lighting, and shares actionable tips to boost efficiency through smarter monitoring and small system tweaks.
Read the full interview for practical insights on how to optimize energy use in your operation.
