Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
A Walipini Greenhouse is a sunken greenhouse that can grow food year-round using the earth's ambient temperature to keep plants alive in any climate. The roof of the structure is exposed to the sun, utilizing and capturing its valuable energy.
The first Walipini was created for La Paz, Bolivia, in 2002 by a group of volunteers from Brigham Young University. It was designed to lengthen the growing season and to be built on a low budget. In the following years, its design improved, going from a dirt hole with a clear tarp roof to the structures we have today.
Walipinis are better than conventional greenhouses because they promote sustainable practices by minimizing energy use while maximizing plant production. Walipini greenhouses enhance food security in arid and cold climates. In our Walipini, we can grow plants more efficiently than a traditional greenhouse and create a bigger impact in our community.
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A Walipini Greenhouse is a sunken greenhouse that can grow food year-round using the earth's ambient temperature to keep plants alive in any climate. The roof of the structure is exposed to the sun, utilizing and capturing its valuable energy.
The first Walipini was created for La Paz, Bolivia, in 2002 by a group of volunteers from Brigham Young University. It was designed to lengthen the growing season and to be built on a low budget. In the following years, its design improved, going from a dirt hole with a clear tarp roof to the structures we have today.
Walipinis are better than conventional greenhouses because they promote sustainable practices by minimizing energy use while maximizing plant production. Walipini greenhouses enhance food security in arid and cold climates. In our Walipini, we can grow plants more efficiently than a traditional greenhouse and create a bigger impact in our community.
Video Description from: walipiniimpact.com
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Since 1888, Utah State University established itself as a premier research institution known through the world for its intellectual and technological leadership. USU’s main campus is in Logan, plus 30 campuses throughout Utah. And as long as WiFi is available, you can be an Aggie anywhere through USU Online.
USU competes in 16 NCAA Division I sports. Our student section, the HURD, is one of the loudest and rowdiest in the nation. The diehards become True Aggies by kissing on the block “A” on Homecoming. Adrenaline junkies sled down Old Main hill between classes or rock climb outside. And everyone eats Aggie Ice Cream — even with a foot of snow on the ground.
#7 Best Bang for the Buck in the West - Washington Monthly
#8 Public University in the Nation - Washington Monthly
#11 Best Online Bachelor's Program - U.S. News & World Report
There’s a place for you at Utah State. Join us.
https://usu.edu/admissions/aggielife/
Follow Us
FB: facebook.com/UtahState
IG: instagram.com/USUAggielife
TW: twitter.com/USUAggies
USU is committed to a learning and working environment free from discrimination. For USU’s non-discrimination notice, see equity.usu.edu/non-discrimination.
