Marking the first anniversary of its partnership, Oppy and DEEP Earth Energy Production (DEEP), a company using geothermal energy for commercial-scale power production, report progress on their greenhouse project.
The partnership is on track to deliver one of Canada's greenest greenhouses. The project combines DEEP's geothermal energy knowledge with Oppy's work in the fresh produce sector to culminate in an energy-efficient greenhouse farming initiative.
© OppyA DEEP1 flow test. The facility is integrating geothermal energy into its design and operations.
The facility will integrate geothermal energy into its design and operations, using the Earth's heat to power and warm the greenhouse, reducing the need for fossil fuels and cutting greenhouse gas emissions.
"This project represents a major step toward expanding geothermal and greenhouse industries into regions of Canada that have never seen such a model before," said Kirsten Marcia, founder of DEEP. "It's an exciting time for us. We're making a significant investment to start and grow an industry in Canada, and we look forward to the opportunities ahead as we bring this vision to life with Oppy."
DEEP is also in talks with the Saskatchewan Natural Resource Centre of Excellence and First Nations communities to explore equity ownership opportunities, ensuring the greenhouse project provides a meaningful chance for First Nations to participate in and benefit from the geothermal sector.
© OppyLeft to right: Kirsten Marcia, Kevin Batt
This update follows the successful signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between DEEP and the Saskatchewan Natural Resource Centre of Excellence, which establishes a framework for First Nations investment in DEEP's geothermal power project and potential greenhouse development.
"The prospect of this project's ability to transform agriculture and serve as a model for sustainability is truly remarkable," said Oppy's category director of greenhouse Kevin Batt. "We are proud to partner with DEEP and look forward to continuing our work together to build Canada's greenest greenhouse. This project reflects our ongoing commitment to sustainability and innovation in the produce industry."
Discussions continue regarding the greenhouse's design and operations, and both teams remain optimistic about the future of this initiative, says Batt.
For more information:
Kelsey Van Lissum
Oppy
Tel.: +1 (604) 461-6779
kelsey.van.lissum@oppy.com
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