Fishing and aquaculture are crucial for feeding a growing population. Sustainable land-based aquaculture in recirculating systems (RAS) offers potential for increased fish production and reduced environmental impact.
However, high electricity costs are a challenge for several RAS companies. Solutions such as solar cells and AI-controlled energy supply can increase efficiency and competitiveness.
This project aims to develop resource-efficient and energy-smart modular systems for small and medium-sized RAS, which can reduce costs, environmental impact, and financial risk for fish farmers while promoting a vibrant rural area. The project includes a study and testing of a modular facility for water purification and smart energy supply with the goal of developing a concept that can be rented or purchased.
The long-term goal of the project is to reduce dependence on food imports, contribute to a resource-efficient and circular rural area, create more jobs, and promote national economic growth.
The project is funded by the Swedish Energy Agency, Vinnova, and Formas through the strategic innovation program RE:Source. It is a collaboration between Linköping University and Saga Aqua.
Project duration: 2024-08-01 to 2026-08-31.
