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These studies suggest that urban vertical farms can reduce food miles, promote local food systems, and improve environmental performance by integrating advanced technologies, optimizing resource use, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Urban vertical farming (VF) has emerged as a promising solution to address the challenges of food security, sustainability, and the environmental impact of traditional agriculture. By growing crops in vertically stacked layers within controlled environments, vertical farms can potentially reduce food miles, promote local food systems, and optimize resource use in urban settings.
Reduction in Food Miles and Transportation Emissions:
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Urban vertical farming holds substantial potential for reducing food miles and promoting local food systems. By integrating with urban infrastructure and utilizing advanced technologies, vertical farms can enhance resource efficiency, mitigate climate impacts, and provide fresh, high-quality produce locally. While there are challenges related to economic sustainability and policy support, the benefits of vertical farming in urban contexts make it a promising solution for future food production.
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