by Gunnar Larsen | Nov 21, 2024 | Energy measures, The climate game, Uncategorized
The lamp type that has so far dominated as grow lights are high-pressure sodium lamps, abbreviated HPS or SON-T. These are relatively affordable lamps with a good light spectrum and good light output. There has long been talk of replacing them with LED luminaires that have even higher...
by Tove Hatling Jystad | Oct 17, 2024 | Energy measures, Front page, The zero emission farm
The zero emission farm is our vision. But is it possible to achieve zero emissions from a farm? At Mære and Skjetlein, we test and demonstrate new possible solutions. There is no easy path to zero emissions, but with this vision we are moving in the right direction. At a lunchtime webinar on June 4...
by Berit Fix | June 17, 2024 | Biogas, Biochar, Energy measures, R&D, Green plants, Domestic animals, Carbon storage, The climate game, Composting, Methane reduction, Natural diversity, The zero emission farm
The zero emission farm is our vision! That is why we have established Landbrukets climate and energy center as an arena for research and development in agriculture. From 1 January 2023, the center has been expanded to apply to both natural farming schools, Mære landbruksskole and Skjetlein upper secondary...
by Tove Hatling Jystad | Apr 3, 2024 | Energy measures, Front page, The climate game, The zero emission farm
How can I as a farmer reduce climate emissions from my farm? Finding practical and profitable ways to reduce climate emissions can be challenging. We are now working to develop a climate game where you can create your own plan for climate measures on the farm. Hear more about...
by Gunnar Larsen | Mar 25, 2023 | Energy measures, Author bio
At Mære, three solar cell systems have been installed on the roof; the suckling cowshed, the dormitories and the stables. The facility at the suckling cow barn is a roof-integrated facility. The solar cells form an integral part of the roof itself. In the dormitories, the solar cells are placed on top of the existing roof. The facility at...
by Tove Hatling Jystad | Mar 25, 2023 | Energy measures, Front page
Building in wood provides a major climate benefit. When we were going to build a new dairy barn, it was a matter of course that as much of the building as possible should be made of wood. - There was never any question about whether we should build in wood when we started planning a new dairy barn in 2015. We wanted to...