Greenhouse of the future
The growing global population, energy transition, and climate change demand a new generation of greenhouses. In this session, TNO and Wageningen University & Research (WUR) will present their vision on adaptive and autonomous greenhouse systems. Learn how cutting-edge research and innovation are shaping the future of sustainable, efficient, and resilient horticulture.
Speakers
As the Cluster Manager of High Tech Greenhouses at TNO, I manage the business development, knowledge development, and operations of a team that combines relevant technologies and expertise to create innovative solutions for the greenhouse horticulture sector. With over 20 years of experience at TNO, I have a proven track record of building consortia, initiating projects, and delivering results that contribute to a more sustainable built environment and food production.
My main drivers are a passion for working on a more sustainable world, a broad interest in technology, and the ability to make connections between people and stakeholders. Some of the remarkable projects that I have been involved in are the Greenhouse of the Future, the Food Production Unit for Mars, the Energy Indicators for Greenhouses, and the System Integration for Greenhouse Concepts. I also founded the Fieldlab Greenhouse Horticulture, a facility that serves as a marketplace for innovation where growers, suppliers, and TNO meet and discuss innovations. I am always eager to learn, explore new opportunities, and collaborate with partners who share my vision and enthusiasm.
Henry Gordon-Smith is the Founder and CEO of Agritecture, a global consulting firm specializing in climate-smart agriculture and urban farming. Since founding Agritecture in 2014, Henry has led over 300 projects in 50+ countries, helping developers, entrepreneurs, and governments design resilient, profitable agricultural systems. His expertise spans controlled environment agriculture (CEA), regenerative farming, ag-tech integration, and food systems strategy.
A recognized thought leader, Henry frequently speaks at global events, including the UN Food Systems Summit and World Green Economy Summit. He also teaches at Columbia University on climate-smart agriculture and consults on food policy and sustainable land use planning. His work has been featured in The New York Times, AgFunder, and more.
Henry holds a Master’s in Sustainability Management from Columbia University and a BA in Political Science from the University of British Columbia. A digital nomad and global citizen, he brings a multicultural, forward-thinking lens to agriculture.
Through Agritecture, Henry is building the world’s most accessible and data-driven platform for farm planning, with a vision to help global agriculture adapt to climate change. His mission is to make agriculture more resilient, transparent, and equitable through smart design, innovative policy, and responsible technology.