
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."
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