iFarm - Indoor Farming Systems
Problem and implemented solution
The growing global population and increasing urbanization have placed significant pressure on traditional agricultural systems. Key challenges include: Limited Agricultural Space: Traditional farming requires large areas of land, which are becoming scarce in densely populated urban areas. High Water Usage: Conventional farming practices consume vast amounts of water, a precious resource, especially in arid and semi-arid regions. Seasonal and Climate Constraints: Crop production is often limited by seasons, climate changes, and environmental factors, reducing the number of possible yields per year. Pesticide Use: The widespread use of pesticides in traditional farming has raised concerns about food safety and its impact on human health and the environment. Long Supply Chains: Traditional agricultural products often have long supply chains, leading to food waste, higher costs, and lower freshness.
Winner
Nomination
Climate And Environmental Technologies
Topic
Nature-based and nature-like technologies
Estimated duration of implementation
2025
Implementation geography
europe, usa, middle east, russia, china
Description of competitive advantages
Ability to grow a wide variety of crops.
High crop yield efficiency with more than 12 yields per year in a controlled indoor environment, compared to traditional methods that achieve fewer yields.
Use of less water (95% reduction) and land (99% reduction) compared to conventional farming.
Pesticide-free produce.
Scalable industrial premises with a strong return on investment.
Multiple revenue streams through design, equipment, SaaS, and consumables.
List of awards and prizes, media articles about the organization/individual or the Practice
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List of scientific works and IP connected with the Practice
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