The Alliance for Sustainable Schools (TASS) is dedicated to accelerating the transition to a sustainable future by fostering collaboration and piloting innovative solutions across schools worldwide. As part of our commitment to sustainability, we are excited to announce our new partnership with Plantaform, an agri-tech company at the forefront of smart indoor farming. This collaboration aims to empower students with hands-on learning about food sustainability, urban agriculture, and responsible consumption.

Pioneering Sustainable Indoor Farming

Founded in 2019, Plantaform Technology Inc. is a Canadian agri-tech company developing indoor growing solutions using NASA’s Fogponics technology—an advanced irrigation method that uses 50% less water than hydroponics while increasing crop yields by 30%.

Their flagship product, the Plantaform Smart Indoor Garden, allows students to grow fresh herbs, vegetables, and leafy greens all year round in a fully automated, app-controlled, and beautifully designed system. This innovation aligns with TASS’s commitment to rethinking school food systems, reducing carbon footprints, and fostering a more sustainable future.

Why This Partnership Matters

TASS and Plantaform will work together to pilot indoor gardens in schools, demonstrating how smart technology can support sustainable food education, whilst connecting students with real-world sustainability solutions.

Through this partnership, our network of schools will have the opportunity to:

• Encourage interactive sustainability education – Students engage in experiential learning by growing their own food, understanding the complexity of plant cycles, and studying the pillars of sustainable farming practices.
• Promote water-efficient agriculture – Students will learn new ways to conserve water using the Plantaform Smart Indoor Garden.
• Enhance environmental awareness – Schools can integrate smart gardening into their science, sustainability, and nutrition lessons to help foster mindful consumption from an early age.
• Reduce food waste – Growing food on-site reduces reliance on packaged produce, thereby cutting down on unnecessary waste.

Plantaform in the UAE

The United Arab Emirates is making great progress in improving local agriculture and food security. One key initiative is the ‘Plant the Emirates’ programme, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. This programme focuses on advancing agricultural development and ensuring sustainable food security for the nation.

The UAE aims to improve the use of hydroponic, aeroponic and aquaponic farming to increase domestic production to 70% by the end of 2025, and ultimately to 100% by 2030. This commitment reflects the nation’s dedication to fostering innovative farming solutions to meet its food security needs. Integrating the Plantaform Smart Indoor Garden into your school’s curriculum offers students a practical understanding of sustainable agriculture and supports the UAE’s vision for local food production.

If you are in the UAE and your school is interested in bringing smart indoor gardening into the classroom, you’re in luck!

Plantaform’s Co-Founder and CEO, Alberto Aguilar, will be available for meetings in the UAE from May 6-11 and May 15-20 to discuss how your school can benefit from this innovative technology.​ If your school is interested in arranging a demo or meeting with Plantaform, please click here to schedule a meeting.

Special Offer for TASS Members

Plantaform is pleased to offer TASS Members exclusive priority shipping of the first batch of Plantaform Smart Indoor Gardens in the UAE (scheduled to ship in January 2026) at Early Bird Pre-Order Pricing of USD $499.99, shipping included, via this pre-order purchase link.

When the pre-order period ends in January 2026, TASS Members will still be able to enjoy a 20% discount on the final price through a special link available exclusively upon request. If you’re interested in ordering 4 units or more, please reach out to [email protected] as reduced shipping rates or bulk pricing may be available. 

For schools in other regions, stay tuned for future updates as we expand this initiative to more locations!