These are some sketches of our process in determining how we want our container to work.
We have decided on a wire connection that functions as both a handle, a latch and a propping
mechanism.
Another concept for when we were still the “Start-Up Kit” group. This was an idea for an all-inclusive kit that would be an educational tool for children to learn about growing food in their own home.
Greensgrow develops exciting, affordable and workable plans for growing food and flowers on land that was once deemed unusable. At 10 years old and still growing, Greensgrow is dedicated to developing profitable urban green businesses that grow the best products, people and neighborhoods.
Hydroponics + Aquaculture = Aquaponics
Hydroponics systems grow plants without soil. Aquaculture creates a habitat where fish can live and thrive. Aquaponics takes the best of both systems and combines them.
Uses Much Less Water
Aquaponics systems use about 20% of the water that it takes to grow using traditional means. The water is recycled so that there is no waste in the form of runoff.
Farms Plants and Fish
If an edible fish, such as tilapia, is used to fertilize the plants, then the fish can be eaten as well. This creates a much larger yield than plants alone.
No Added Fertilizer
As long as the fish are being fed, there is no need to add fertilizer. The fish can be fed with the worms that live in and eat compost, which can greatly bring down the cost of fish food.
Grow Almost Anywhere
Aquaponics systems can produce food almost anywhere. They can be utilized indoors, or in places where the soil can not support plant growth, such as brown fields.
