Energy-Efficient Equipment for Farms
Energy-efficient equipment can help manage your farm's energy costs by using less electricity. Your WPS Agricultural Consultant can help calculate potential savings and answer your questions.
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Lighting
- Long-Day Lighting
Dairy operations experience increased milk production and profits through long-day lighting — especially when energy efficient lighting is used. - Long-Day Lighting in Dairy Barns
Methane Generation
- Methane Gas Recovery
Farmers are using methane gas recovery to produce electricity and heat. - Take Time Determining if Methane Digester Fits Your Operation
- Farm Energy from Manure
Milk Cooling
- Scroll Compressors
Scroll compressors use about 30 percent less electricity than conventional compressors. - In-line Milk Cooling
In-line milk cooling can save money by using less electricity.
Milking Equipment
- Vacuum Pump Technology
Milking equipment uses a lot of energy on dairy farms. Now there's a way to cut those energy costs in half.
Ventilation
- Ventilation Facts
Proper ventilation improves energy-efficiency and animal health. - Fact Sheet
- University of Wisconsin Study on HVLS fans