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Building Knowledge and Connections at the GLASE Summit This month our 2024 GLASE Summit brought together Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) experts from across North America! 90 attendees built new business relationships while learning about the future of dynamic lighting in CEA. We are excited to share insights from the event with the industry so more growers can save energy and enhance profitability with greenhouse technology like dynamic lighting. Attendees had the chance to dive deep into the latest advancements in CEA, with presentations from Sollum Technologies, IUNU, Hoogendoorn Growth Management, and keynote speaker Tessa Pocock. Tessa expanded our knowledge of circadian rhythms in plants and compared pulse width modulation and frequency modulation with a call to action for more research in pulsed lighting controls at high frequencies. A central feature of the Summit was our grower panel showcasing the benefits of dynamic LED horticultural lighting with U.S. growers Bob Jones of The Chef's Garden, Inc. and Holly Counter Beaver of Finn & Roots, and Quebec grower Robert Thérien of Les Serres Point du Jour. Each operation provided perspectives spanning geography, scale, and experience with various crops, including lettuce, herbs, tomatoes, microgreens, and other vegetables. Stay tuned for additional highlights from the GLASE Summit! Subscribe to the GLASE newsletter to keep learning with GLASE and be the first to hear our plans for the 2025 Summit. https://glase.org/ #GLASE #CEA #agriculture #conference #networking #greenhouse #greenhouses

GLASE was proud to participate in the #Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences' inaugural Energy Expo. This event brought together NYS and federal agencies, companies, and nonprofits to showcase innovative strategies and tools for decarbonizing homes, farms, businesses, greenhouses, and beyond. At the GLASE table, attendees explored energy efficiency and the evolution of lighting technology over time. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on the latest activities and events: https://glase.org/ #energy #efficiency #greenhouse #greenhouses #lighting #technology #agriculture

The 2024 GLASE Summit, held last week in Montréal, Quebec, featured two engaging researcher panels that brought fresh insights from extensive academic and government-funded studies. Presenters included Neil Mattson from Cornell University, Matt Korpan from the Center for Horticultural Innovation, Valérie?Gravel from McGill University, Timothy Shelford from Cornell Univerity and Rutgers, Stijn Jochems from Delphy, Brian Stancil from Leaficient, and Etienne Lord from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. These sessions highlighted how researchers collect and analyze data, as well as recent advancements in understanding dynamic lighting for greenhouse-grown crops. Attendees also discovered the agricultural uses of hyperspectral imaging technology and got a glimpse of cutting-edge spectral sensors now entering the market. What research questions and topics would you like to explore at the 2025 GLASE Summit? More information on the 2024 GLASE Summit is available in this GLASE Industry News article: https://shorturl.at/K9qd2 #cea #research #greenhouse #greenhouses #network #conference #agriculture #technology #lighting #energy #efficiency

Today’s the Day! Our highly anticipated GLASE Summit kicks off this morning, and we’re thrilled to welcome everyone who registered! This event is officially sold out, and we’re excited to connect with all attendees for a day of learning, networking, and exploring the future of dynamic lighting in CEA. Be sure to follow us on LinkedIn for event updates! The full agenda and speaker roster are available on our website: https://lnkd.in/g-EUgptk #CEA #conference #lighting #canada

We’re excited to introduce Stijn Jochems, a researcher at Delphy and a 2024 GLASE Summit panelist. With extensive expertise in climate and LED lighting for greenhouse horticulture, Stijn brings a wealth of experience in coordinating and running research projects across various crops. His work bridges innovation and foundational knowledge, addressing growers' challenges with practical, sustainable solutions. Seats are limited, and this event will sell out! To secure your spot in Montréal on November 6, click the Register Now button: https://lnkd.in/g-EUgptk #greenhouse #energy #climate #agriculture #CEA #lighting #canada #conference #networking

We are one week away from the 2024 GLASE Summit in Montréal on November 6, and we're excited to announce another participant in our Researcher Panel! Brian Stancil, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Leaficient, brings over 20 years of experience in commercializing technology across industries such as autonomous vehicles, military robotics, and wearable healthcare. Leaficient develops technology to reduce energy costs and gain control over plant growth within CEA. Registration at the GLASE Summit is limited—secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/g-EUgptk #greenhouse #greenhouses #quebec #canada #agriculture #controlledenvironmentagriculture #conference #networking

Seats at the GLASE Summit on November 6, 2024, are limited so secure your space today! The Summit is sponsored by our Anchor Partner, Sollum Technologies, a GLASE Industry Advisory Board member and leading manufacturer of dynamic LED horticultural lighting and control systems. Louis Brun, CEO & Co-Founder of Sollum Technologies, will open the Summit with a welcome address and presentation introducing this year’s theme of dynamic lighting. Louis Brun is a visionary in sustainable agricultural lighting, committed to advancing the industry through innovative, fully dynamic LED grow light solutions. To secure your spot in Montréal, click Register Now: https://lnkd.in/g-EUgptk #greenhouse #greenhouses #quebec #canada #agriculture #conference #networking #lighting?

Did you miss last week's free webinar featuring Kale Harbick's work at the U.S. Department of Agriculture on updating the 'Virtual Grower' program? Watch the recording on-demand: https://lnkd.in/gF66YeM6 Virtual Grower quantifies energy consumption related to greenhouse production. The webinar also covers capabilities for computational fluid dynamics and thermal zone modeling. #ControlledEnvironmentAgriculture #CEA #SustainableAgriculture #EnergyEfficiency #GreenhouseInnovation #AgTech #EnergySaving #USDA #VirtualGrower

?? GLASE Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for Youth AgTech Education & Workforce Development! ?? With an investment from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), GLASE is launching the Empowering Greenhouse Resiliency with an Optimized Workforce (E-GROW) certification program, aimed at inspiring the next generation of AgTech and Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) professionals and leaders! In collaboration with seven partners and 10 middle and high schools across New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Wyoming, E-GROW will, over the next four years, introduce a first-of-its-kind national certificate program designed to equip youth with the skills needed to enter the rapidly evolving field of CEA. This initiative focuses on engaging students from diverse and underserved backgrounds in hands-on learning, bridging the gap between technology and greenhouse careers. We're excited to cultivate a future workforce ready to tackle the challenges of sustainable food production! For more information and to learn how you can get involved, see the GLASE Industry News Article: https://shorturl.at/x3iSL #AgTech #CEA #Sustainability #STEM #WorkforceDevelopment #Education #GLASE

This year's GLASE Summit will showcase two exciting research panels, each diving into the latest advancements in dynamic lighting and plant science. Experts from the U.S. and Canada will present updates on their cutting-edge work and engage in discussions with both the moderator and the audience. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to hear from leading researchers as they explore innovative solutions shaping the future of CEA. Panelists: ? Dr. Neil Mattson, Cornell University and GLASE Consortium ? Matt Korpan, Center for Horticultural Innovation ? Dr. Valérie Gravel, McGill University ? Dr. Timothy Shelford, Cornell University and GLASE Consortium ? Stijn Jochems, Delphy ? Dr. Etienne Lord, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Seats are limited, and this event will sell out. To secure your spot in Montréal on November 6, click the Register Now button: https://lnkd.in/g-EUgptk #GLASE #CEA #greenhouse #greenhouses #energy? #lighting #agriculture #canada #montréal #conference #quebec #foodproduction #controlledenvironmentagriculture #cornelluniversity?