A project of Bubbly Dynamics, LLC., The Plant Chicago is an indoor farm using reclaimed space from what used to be a large unused factory. The Plant is also a true social enterprise.
“I had been looking for ways to reuse vacant and derelict industrial buildings,” John Edel told Fastco Exist on the choice of space. “Modern manufacturing isn’t really interested in being in a 100-year old multi-story structure, but plants and fish don’t really care what floor they’re on.”
Still in its early stages, The Plant Chicago will eventually have educational programs, support sustainable food businesses and install a renewable energy system.
Contact Information
The Plant Chicago website
The Plant on Facebook
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The Plant on Flickr
What's Driving This Trend
- Indoor Reclaimed Farms
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Developing more indoor farms using reclaimed spaces to meet the growing demand for sustainable and locally sourced food.
- Food Business Incubators
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Creating more food business incubators to support and nurture sustainable food startups and facilitate their growth in the industry.
- Renewable Energy Systems
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Advancing renewable energy systems specifically designed for indoor farms, providing sustainable and efficient energy solutions.
Who This Affects Most
- Agriculture
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Integrating technology and automation into traditional agriculture practices to increase efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
- Sustainability
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Developing sustainable business models and practices across various industries to address the growing demand for environmentally friendly solutions.
- Food Manufacturing
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Rethinking traditional food manufacturing processes to incorporate sustainable practices, such as utilizing indoor farms and renewable energy sources.
