Economics

The economics of Seawater Greenhouse operations primarily depend on the profit margin of the crops produced. This in turn depends on a range of local climate and market conditions which vary from one region to another.

Operating costs are low in regions with abundant sunshine. It is substantially cheaper to cool and humidify a Seawater Greenhouse in a hot, sunny region than to provide supplementary heat and light to a glasshouse in say N. Europe. Self sufficiency in fresh water eliminates the risk of drought or water scarcity.

Capital costs depend on the choice and style of the desired greenhouse and local sourcing is encouraged to keep costs to a minimum. One of the most economical solutions is a polythene-clad steel framed multi-spanned greenhouse, which are very common in the horticultural world. If you have a particular project in mind, please contact us to discuss your ideas and requirements. Prices and costs are given by individual quotation as local conditions and specific growing requirements vary.