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Climate systems for vertical farming
Fully controlled climate systems for uniform growth, maximum yields and consistent crop quality. Contact our climate expert and request a quote.
Essential climate installations
for indoor farming in the U.S.
In vertical farming, there is no natural ventilation, sunlight, or external climate influence. VB designs and installs integrated climate systems combining air handling, lighting, and sensor technology with smart software for real-time control.
- Air handling units (AHUs) for cooling, heating and humidity
- Ventilation systems for circulation and filtration
- CO₂ dosing systems to enhance photosynthesis
- LED lighting systems as the primary light source
- Sensors and climate computers for continuous control
Controlling CO₂ , light and humidity per layer
- CO₂: Evenly distributed through dosing lines or integrated into ventilation systems
- Light intensity: Adjustable per layer with dimmable LED fixtures, tailored to crop stage
- Humidity: Monitored per layer by sensors, with automatic humidification adjustments
Serving U.S. Growers
HEPA filtration, precision sensors for temperature, humidity, CO₂, VPD and light, fully aligned with irrigation and fertigation. Quick to:
Climate control in practice
VB built a 3-hectare turnkey greenhouse with a unique active cooling system for sustainable lettuce cultivation
Revol Greens - Medford, Minnesota (MN, USA)
Size: 3 hectared, deepfloat lettuce system
Delivered: turnkey greenhouse, active cooling system, main contractor
"Together with our partners, we devised an innovative solution for cooling the greenhouse, resulting in sustainable lettuce cultivation." - Frank van Veen, VB
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Check out the details behind the Revol Greens story and other climate projects VB realised in the United States and beyond.
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Climate systems vertical farming FAQ's
Why does a vertical farm need a fully controlled climate system?
In vertical farming, there is no natural ventilation, sunlight, or external climate influence. Fully controlled climate systems are essential to ensure uniform growth, maximum yields, and consistent crop quality.
Which climate installations does a vertical farm require?
A vertical farm requires a complete set of climate control installations to replace natural conditions: air handling units (AHUs) for cooling, heating, humidification, and dehumidification, ventilation systems for circulation and filtration, CO₂ dosing systems to enhance photosynthesis, LED lighting systems as the primary light source, and sensors and climate computers for continuous monitoring and control.
How do you keep temperature uniform across multiple crop layers?
VB installs strategically placed fans or air distribution ducts, ensures balanced air supply and return through AHUs, and uses real-time software to correct temperature and humidity fluctuations. This prevents microclimates from forming, ensuring consistent crop quality across the entire farm.
Can climate conditions be controlled per cultivation layer?
Yes. CO₂ is evenly distributed through dosing lines or integrated into ventilation systems, light intensity is adjustable per layer with dimmable LED fixtures tailored to crop stage, and humidity is monitored per layer by sensors with automatic adjustments. This layer-specific control enables maximum yield per square foot.
Is a vertical farming climate system scalable?
Yes. VB designs climate systems that are modular and scalable. A vertical farm can begin with just a few thousand square feet and later expand to multiple acres. Thanks to standardized air handling, sensor technology, and software integration, scaling up is straightforward without compromising reliability or climate uniformity.
Gecertificeerd volgens VCA** | ISO 9001 | ISO 14001 (VB Geo Projects b.v.) | CO2-prestatieladder
Certified according to VCA** | ISO 9001 | ISO 14001 (VB Geo Projects b.v.) | CO2 Performance Ladder