SkyFarms

On Aug 19, 2008, at 7:06 PM, sailor.barsoom wrote:
> http://www.verticalfarm.com/
>
> I think it's a fine idea, but probably too
> energy-intensive to be practical with today's
> energy prices.
>

I've looked into this topic quite a bit (in fact it's inspired me to
do some hydroponic growing at home), and I don't think I agree.
Regular farming is pretty energy-intensive too, and relies mainly on
oil (and remember to take into account the transportation of the
produce from the farms to the cities). A vertical farm, right in the
middle of a city and serving nearby stores and markets, can use
substantially less energy -- and the energy it does use is mostly
electric rather than liquid fuel.

Best,
- Joe