Abstract
AbstractA mixed‐use vertical farm is a high‐rise structure that is a combination of residences and agricultural subsystems situated near or within urban centers and serving as a localized food production facility. Plants of different varieties are grown year‐round in high density hydroponics/aeroponics modules. Vertical urban farming takes advantage of the ability to control the weather and lighting environments to maximize plants growth, yield, and quality. A systems approach is needed to understand and simplify the complex system considering whole life‐cycle costs, design, construction, operation, and infrastructure integration for environmental management and residences. Overall, the mixed‐use vertical farm is conceived as a high‐tech solution for countries or cities that have shortages in water, extremely limited arable space, and the need for competitively‐priced farm products. Singapore, a nation incorporating many of these factors, is an example of an excellent candidate for such a system.
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