Global competition for natural resources, especially water, is intensifying. Agriculture consumes about 70% worldwide, rising to 95% in agriculture-based nations, often inefficiently.
LIFE Planet Farms presented an innovative solution with the EU’s first industrial vertical farm, showcasing a 10,000 m² facility for vegetables and herbs. Through cutting-edge air treatment, hydroponics, and automation, it demonstrated significant reductions in resource consumption.
The project delivered positive environmental, socio-economic, and awareness-raising impacts on water management, sustainable agriculture, and pesticide reduction. Key achievements include an 88-95% reduction in water, over 95% less fertilizer use and 100% elimination of pesticides compared to industrial agriculture, marking a milestone in sustainable agriculture.
