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What makes the RRPS sustainable

• Up to a 85% reduction in water usage per kg of fruit compared to open field production.
• Fossil fuel for heating is reduced or eliminated.
• Enhanced cooling capabilities allow for production in warmer climates.
• Retracting the roof allows for enhanced heating of soil allowing the earth to act as a heat sink during the night.
• Minimal electricity is required since motors run intermittently and one 2hp motor can close up to 9,000 sq m of roof in 7 minutes.
• Reduced agrichemical usage is beneficial for workers, food and ground water.
• Reduced landfill since retractable roof coverings last 2 to 3 times longer than conventional greenhouse plastic.
• Reduced risk of loss of crop, roof covering and structure due to hurricanes
• Improved fertilizer efficiency since plants are naturally more balanced thereby preventing fertilizer from being used by the plant to grow excessive leaves.
• Reduced labor to remove excessive vegetation.