Key Takeaways
- Rimaco Greens has developed a fully sealed, pressurized greenhouse system to reduce energy use and improve sustainability.
- The system leverages thermal energy storage and integrated air and water flows for precise climate control.
- Pilot site in Alberta will showcase the first commercial demonstration of this technology.
- The company has received recognition from SVG Ventures | THRIVE and a Canadian government innovation grant.
- Strategic partnerships are being pursued to bring the solution to scale.
Rimaco Greens Unveils Sealed Greenhouse Technology
Rimaco Greens Inc., a Canadian AgTech company, has announced the launch of its fully sealed, pressurized greenhouse system. The patent-pending solution creates an isolated growing environment while minimizing energy requirements for lighting, temperature, and humidity control.
“Our vision is to give growers a solution that not only maximizes crop yield and quality but also dramatically cuts energy use and environmental impact,” said Angela Solano, CEO and Co-Founder of Rimaco Greens.
Energy Efficiency and Climate Control
Developed over seven years of self-funded research, the system is designed to deliver year-round production independent of outdoor weather. Benefits include reduced energy and water use, elimination of pest risks, and scalability across greenhouse sizes.
“We’ve applied advanced energy optimization techniques from the oil industry to farming,” explained Ricardo Solano, CTO and Co-Founder of Rimaco Greens. “Our system doesn’t use traditional air conditioning or air exchanges. Instead, it controls temperature and humidity using thermal energy storage at scale with tightly integrated flows of air and water.”
Pilot Facility and Industry Recognition
The company is completing its Energy Innovation Center in Alberta, which will host the world’s first pressurized greenhouse demonstration site. Rimaco Greens has been recognized by SVG Ventures | THRIVE for its disruptive potential and has received support through Canada’s Innovation Asset Collective program.
Next Steps for Rimaco Greens
The company’s immediate goal is to bring the Alberta pilot into full-scale food production to validate operational and economic performance. Rimaco Greens is seeking a strategic grower-investor to support scaling efforts and expand access to the technology.
