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MAXIMIZING ROI WITH PEAK ROOTS REMOTE DC POWER: A CASE STUDY FOR AN 8,000 SF FLOWER CANOPY

Oct 12, 2024

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Energy consumption and HVAC costs are two of the largest operating expenses in commercial indoor cultivation. As indoor farming grows in scale, switching to more energy-efficient systems like Peak Roots Remote DC Power can lead to significant cost savings, especially for large-scale facilities with flower canopies exceeding 8,000 square feet. This article will discuss the impact of Peak Roots technology on energy usage, HVAC loads, and canopy expansion and provide a comparison calculator for evaluating different lighting setups.


"In commercial cultivation planning, every variable—HVAC requirements, dehumidification needs, or overall energy costs—is pegged from wattage. Wattage defines the core of your operation, determining your energy consumption and the systems needed to create an optimal growing environment."

LED Lighting Comparison - (500) LED Lights

Key Metrics:

Metric

Baseline LED System

Peak Roots Remote DC Power

Difference

Watts per Fixture

750W

500W

250W

Quantity of Fixtures

500

500

N/A

Total Wattage

375,000W

250,000W

125,000W

The formula for Wattage Difference:

By switching to Peak Roots’ Remote DC Power system, the facility reduced the total wattage across the 500 fixtures from 375,000W to 250,000WThis tool compares.

2. Energy Savings and Usage

Metric

Value

Lighting Days Per Year

345 days

Lighting Hours Per Day

12 hours

Total Annual Lighting Hours

4,140 hours

Annual Energy Savings (W)

517,500,000 W

Annual Energy Savings (KW)

517,500 KW

Property Electricity Rate

$0.15 per KW

Total Annual Energy Cost Savings

$77,625

Five-Year Energy Cost Savings

$388,125

The formula for Annual Energy Savings:


3. HVAC and Dehumidification Savings

Metric

Baseline HVAC

Peak Roots HVAC

Savings

HVAC/Dehumidification Tonnage

150 tons

100 tons

50 tons

Additional Grow Grids Available

N/A

N/A

250 grids

The Peak Roots system reduces HVAC tonnage by 50 tons, reducing energy usage and freeing up space for 250 additional grow grids.


4. Additional Power Room Savings

Metric

Value

Power Room HVAC Tonnage

2 tons

Total Canopy Expansion Available

4,000 sq. ft.

The Peak Roots system improves HVAC efficiency by shifting 20% of the heat load from the grow room to the power room. It enables an additional 4,000 square feet of growing space without increasing energy consumption.


Summary of Benefits

Energy Savings:

  • Annual Energy Savings: $77,625

  • Five-Year Energy Savings: $388,125

HVAC Savings:

  • A 50-ton HVAC load reduction freed up 250 grow grids and created an additional 4,000 square feet of canopy space.

Additional HVAC Efficiency:

  • 20% of the heat load is shifted to the power room, resulting in further savings on cooling costs.


ROI Calculator: Peak Roots vs. Traditional LED Setup

This calculator helps you compare two different LED light setups side by side. It uses total wattage, HVAC/dehumidification requirements, and energy costs to calculate your potential savings and ROI.


"Grams per watt is the true benchmark of efficiency in cultivation. It's not just about energy use but how effectively that energy is converted into biomass. Maximizing output yields while minimizing energy input is the key to long-term success in commercial cultivation."

Oct 12, 2024

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