Oregon cannabis company guides industry path to sustainability

"This achievement results from a thorough and intentional drive to improve sustainability in ways that can be adopted across the industry," the Phylos team says. As part of Phylos' and PPR's commitment, they have partnered with the Energy Trust of Oregon's Strategic Energy Management Program (ETO).

"In a state leading and setting standards for the cannabis industry, we have a responsibility to improve the sustainability of our industry," says Ralph Risch, CEO of Phylos. "Not only are we focused on seed genetics that improve cultivation efficiency, but we are also committed to sharing best practices for sustainable industry practices."

The reported reduction of 742,575 kWh — equivalent to 114 passenger vehicles driven for one year and 1,160,182 pounds of CO2 emissions — is expected to reach an annual energy savings of 910,505 kWh/year as a result of implementing long-term agricultural sustainability practices. The company has also been accepted and will participate in Portland General Electric's Energy Partner Program (PGE) beginning this year.

"In our continued work with Energy Trust of Oregon, Portland General Electric, and CLEAResult we hope to be a future leader for energy efficiency in the Oregon cannabis industry," says Shawn Cogan, PPR Facilities Director. "Our success story could pave the way for other cannabis companies in Oregon, whether indoor or greenhouse, to participate in these programs that support the reduction of energy use for a more sustainable future."

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Source: Greenhouse Grower