\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWeather, forest fires, other natural events,\u00a0and human error\u00a0all\u00a0can lead to losses of power. However, planning for the unanticipated\u00a0will remove the risk from\u00a0power emergencies.\u00a0Controlled environment agriculture\u00a0strategies that\u00a0implement various emergency and security arrangement systems\u00a0can\u00a0help avoid disastrous\u00a0consequences\u00a0on overall yields.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nFactors that\u00a0should be\u00a0considered when designing\u00a0and sizing\u00a0an\u00a0emergency\u00a0power system\u00a0include critical power loads, specific environmental conditions that can damage crops, code compliance, preexisting power reliability, generator capabilities, and security needs. Systems such as C1D1 hoods and exhaust apparatuses that are required by code to maintain operation during a power outage are examples of especially vulnerable aspects that\u00a0should be addressed.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nA\u00a0variety of\u00a0emergency power system\u00a0options\u00a0exist, based on the individual facility characteristics and needs. These\u00a0options\u00a0include:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\nSpecifically sized generators to provide\u00a0power\u00a0for code-required and critical systems during an\u00a0outage<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nGenerator connection cabinets that allow connection of a mobile generator.\u00a0This could be coupled with an agreement with a rental\u00a0company\u00a0that could guarantee a generator within\u00a0a certain amount of time (e.g., 24 hours).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nFull\u00a0emergency\u00a0generator\u00a0back-up.\u00a0This can\u00a0ensure no operational interruption but can be costly and take up significant space.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nHybrid options that include multiple generators sized for more than the minimum\u00a0required backup power and for\u00a0prolonged usage\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\nUninterruptable Power Supply (UPS)\u00a0for security systems and C1D1\u00a0booths to maintain operation for\u00a0multiple hours (many C1D1 manufacturers offer optional factory UPS backup systems for up\u00a0to two\u00a0hours)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nEfficient consumption of fuel\u00a0(natural gas, propane, or diesel)\u00a0should also be\u00a0examined\u00a0regardless of the type of system chosen.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nBy taking proactive measures\u00a0to provide\u00a0emergency\u00a0backup power, cannabis producers can help ensure\u00a0successful harvests in one of the most lucrative and promising agricultural industries to emerge in the 21<\/span>st<\/span>\u00a0century.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nRelated reading:\u00a0<\/span><\/i>As cannabis legalization expands, plant-based design will be key for new grow facilities.<\/span><\/i><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Legal cannabis is quickly becoming one of the most lucrative crops in many states around the country. Here\u2019s how growers and facilities can prepare for unexpected power outages.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":8899,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[3,155,272,285,258],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8898","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blogs","category-industrial","category-mechanical","category-plumbing","category-science-technology"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n
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