— Outcome

ABB’s SF₆-free ecoGIS switchgear enabled an innovative approach to farming for this eco-minded business, boosting production, cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency while cutting out the use of dangerous greenhouse gases.

The plant is now fully automated and producing its target of 60 tons of lettuce per month.

“To concentrate on our core business, we want to work with suppliers that we can trust. ABB took care of the electrification so that we didn’t have to worry about it. Working with ABB helps us fulfill our vision of delivering locally grown Swedish vegetables so that consumers can eat salad with a clear conscience all year round.”

Andreas Wilhelmsson, Chief Executive Officer, Ljusgårda Vertical Farm, Sweden