Greenhouse Dehumidification Calculator
Humidity refers to the amount of water vapor present in the air. In closed or semi-closed growing environments, humidity increases due to plant evapotranspiration and soil evaporation, along with the moisture already present in the surrounding air.
Humidity and temperature are closely connected and affect one another, making humidity a key factor in regulating the climate within the growing space. When the air becomes saturated with moisture, it can no longer hold additional water vapor, which may lead to condensation.
A greenhouse dehumidification calculator helps you to predict energy consumption
It is used to estimate how much moisture must be removed from the air inside a greenhouse to maintain healthy humidity levels for plant growth. In greenhouse environments, plants naturally release water vapor through a process called transpiration, and irrigation adds even more moisture to the air.
A dehumidification calculator helps growers understand the daily or hourly moisture load, the amount of water vapor in the air, and determines how much of it needs to be removed to maintain a stable, healthy growing environment.
Benefits of a Dehumidification Calculator
Energy Savings
optimized thermal performance, helping to lower energy consumption significantly when compared to traditional greenhouse heating methods.
Consistent Climate Uniformity
ensures warmth is dispersed consistently across the entire area, maintaining a uniform temperature from end to end.
Disease Prevention
By stabilizing temperatures and reducing cold spots or excess moisture, it contributes to a healthier environment thus minimizing the risk of plant stress and disease.
Inputs
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Number of dehumidifiers:
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Electricity consumption per dehumidifier: (kW or W)
Dehumfication specification at 3 points
Minimum temperature : °C and HR= 80%
Minimum temperature : °C
Water condensated (l/h)
At 18°C and 80%
Water condensated (l/h)
At 25°C and 80%
Water condensated (l/h)
Outputs
- Climated inside Greenhouse (T, HR)
- Electrcity consumption
- Water condensated
- Heat generated
Hortinergy is a greenhouse simulation software developed by Agrithermic with partners like CTIFL, Astredhor, and Agrocampus Ouest. Its climate and energy models, accurate within 10%, have been validated by leading research centers across various climates and greenhouse types. With over 200 users worldwide, Hortinergy is trusted by growers, designers, builders, suppliers, and universities.
Documentation of the Dehumidification calculator:
