Solar glass greenhouse agricultural greenhouse

Are solar greenhouses a viable alternative to horticultural production?

Solar greenhouses currently constitute the most energy-intensive branch of agriculture; the energy inputs (fuels and electricity) to meet the heat needs of greenhouses have a major impact on the cost and environmental sustainability of horticultural and floricultural production.

Why are solar greenhouses the most energy-intensive agricultural sector?

Nowadays, solar greenhouses are the most energy-intensive agricultural sector. The high control of the indoor microclimate for the well-being of the crops allows, on the one hand, the maximum availability of quality products throughout the year, but on the other hand, results in high energy consumption.

Do solar greenhouses perform well under different climate scenarios?

Solar greenhouses are currently the most energy-intensive agricultural sector. In literature, there is no worldwide mapping of solar greenhouse performance under different climate scenarios. This study analyzes the performance of a Venlo solar greenhouse for 48 localities around the world.

Do solar greenhouses reduce external cold?

In continental/microthermal and polar climates, the best solutions strongly reduce the external cold. Solar greenhouses are currently the most energy-intensive agricultural sector. In literature, there is no worldwide mapping of solar greenhouse performance under different climate scenarios.