Agricultural Sector
Did you know?
A full 90% of an agricultural business' electricity bill is likely associated with water use. In addition, the 8 million acres in California devoted to crops consume 80% of the total water pumped in the state.
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The key to saving energy in Californian agricultural businesses is saving water.
Finding ways to grow crops with less water will improve an agricultural business' profitability by reducing energy costs and make a significant contribution to stabilizing California's water resources. Estimates indicate that simple energy efficiency improvements in processing and pumping facilities could immediately reduce energy costs by 10%, and even more over the long term.
Organic farming methods can use 50% less energy than conventional farming methods. However, organic farmers also can benefit from implementing energy efficiency measures.
Simple measures can yield noticeable dividends by reducing electricity use by as much as 50%
- Improve water management.
- Decrease the volume of water pumped.
- Repair inefficient pumping plants.
Take advantage of incentive programs and resources
- Federal, state and local governments, utilities and companies administer agricultural incentive programs, as well as free audits, classes and services to both small and large agricultural customers across the state.
