Updated on February 23, 2024

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Created on October 26, 2022

Modular Bamboo Greenhouse Structure

Modular Bamboo Greenhouse Structure is a type of greenhouse where treated bamboo is used as the main structural material.

Developed By
  1. Matthew Baldwin
Content Partners
Unknown

Product Description

The key objective of the Modular Bamboo Greenhouse Structure designed by Matthew Baldwin is to improve the lifetime of bamboo greenhouses. The greenhouse is designed such that water does not come into contact with the bamboo. This was achieved through the use of coatings (Tar and Paint) as well as concrete. The goal was to double the lifetime of the bamboo greenhouse from five to ten years. 

Target SDGs

SDG 2: Zero Hunger

SDG 1: No Poverty

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

IDE Nepal

Regions

South Asia

Countries

Nepal

Manufacturing/Building Method

The materials are locally sourced and construction utilizes simple construction techniques.

Intellectural Property Type

Select Type

User Provision Model

Users can get a greenhouse by contacting the IDE Nepal.

Distributions to Date Status

Unknown

Size

Unknown

 

Material of construction

Waterproof Plastic sheet , Bamboo, Concrete, Paint, Tar

Irrigation system included?

No

Monitoring system?

No

Cost per square meter

Unknown

Plant capacity

Unknown

Design Specifications

The greenhouse is designed such that water does not come into contact with the bamboo. This is achieved through the use of coatings (Tar and Paint) as well as concrete. The coatings are applied at the base of the bamboo while concrete is used at the foundation of the bamboo posts to provide a solid foundation and prevent direct contact between water and the bamboo posts.

Product Schematics

Technical Support

Technical Support is provided by IDE Nepal.

Replacement Components

The materials used in construction are locally available.

Lifecycle

Average lifespan of 10 years.

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

The manufacturer specifies this product doubles the lifetime of a bamboo greenhouse from five to ten years.

Vetted Performance Status

Unknown

Safety

This product is not associated with any safety hazards.

Complementary Technical Systems

None

Academic Research and References

None

Compliance with regulations

Unknown

Other Information

IDE Nepal contact

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