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Agripolis Paris Rooftop Farms

Paris, France · Operator: Agripolis company

Overview

Network of 10 rooftop farms across Paris operated by Agripolis (since 2017). Produces ~1000kg vegetables daily in high season. Vertical closed-loop system using no water waste and no pesticides. Operated by ~20 farmers

Citizen participation

Farmer-operated with citizen and community educational participation

Operating model

Commercial rooftop farming with community access. Vertical closed-loop system with zero waste water and no pesticides

Impact

Water-efficient urban food production, chemical-free agriculture, local food supply

Crops

  • vegetables
  • fruits
  • herbs
  • edible plants

Scale

10 rooftop farms across Paris, producing ~1000kg vegetables daily in high season

Sources(1)

This entry is compiled from the public sources, official sites and research below.

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