greenhouse development
By increasing use of the region's main natural resource - sunshine -passive solar architecture can be used for warming houses, schools and handicraft centres as well as for agricultural production to increase access to vegetables all year round.
project aims
The aim of our project is to improve the livelihood of these communities by helping to overcome the harsh climate while generating a sustainable income and immediate impact on the environment through the reduction of fuel consumption (used for heating).
principles of solar design
Greenhouses are most beneficial during winter when due to sub-zero temperatures, it is impossible to grow vegetables outside.
our greenhouses
Thanks to generous donations into our community development fund, the Lille Fro Foundation has completed building 2 community greenhouses in Zanskar, Ladakh both of which are producing yields year round.
fund a community greenhouse
The cost for building a community greenhouse is $2,500 AUD.
This price may vary depending on the location and accessibility of the village benefitting from the greenhouse and any variations in size required.