# Greenhouse Climate & Energy Modeler AI Agent Connect

> Calculate greenhouse heat loss, energy costs, and ventilation needs.

## Overview
- **Category:** agriculture
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ryJ1nbGYKer4dAEZLmX2tXiwp9cLznmnxJsVQGf4/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** greenhouse, thermal, climate, energy-efficiency, agriculture-tech

## Description

This MCP server provides precise thermal and environmental modeling for greenhouse management. Use `calculate_heat_loss` to determine energy escaping through glazing, `estimate_energy_requirements` to project fuel consumption and costs, and `calculate_ventilation_needs` to manage airflow for specific crops. You can also use `simulate_gahx_effect` to evaluate the impact of ground-to-air heat exchangers on your climate control strategy.

## Tools

### calculate_ventilation_needs
Determines the necessary airflow to manage crop health and temperature

### estimate_energy_requirements
Calculates the fuel consumption and financial cost of maintaining the climate

### simulate_gahx_effect
Evaluates how much a ground-to-air heat exchanger can reduce the heating or cooling load

### calculate_heat_loss
Determines the total rate of heat escaping the greenhouse structure

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
What is the heat loss for a 20x10x3m greenhouse with polycarbonate glazing and a thermal screen at 5°C outside and 20°C inside?
```

**Response:** 
```
The total heat loss for your greenhouse is 4.2 kW with an effective U-value of 1.8 W/m²K.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
How much will it cost to run the heating if the heat loss is 5 kW using natural gas at $0.05 per kWh with 90% efficiency?
```

**Response:** 
```
The estimated fuel consumption is 5.56 units and the total energy cost is $0.28.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
What ventilation is needed for tomatoes in 30°C heat with 70% humidity?
```

**Response:** 
```
The required airflow for your tomato crop is 1250 m³/h using mechanical ventilation.
```

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How do I calculate the heating cost for my greenhouse?**
First, use `calculate_heat_loss` to find the thermal load, then pass that value to `estimate_energy_requirements` along with your fuel type and price.

**Can I model the impact of thermal screens?**
Yes, the `calculate_heat_loss` tool includes a parameter to account for the insulating effect of thermal screens.

**Does this support different crop types?**
Yes, `calculate_ventilation_needs` uses specific biological constants for crops like tomato, cucumber, and lettuce to determine airflow.