Chile marked a new step forward on its path towards cleaner aquaculture with the installation of the country’s first floating solar cage. The project, led by Alotta Energy and supported by Mowi Chile, AKVA group and Fjord Maritime, is already operating in Isla Huar, Los Lagos Region.
This marine solar structure, designed to withstand demanding sea conditions, can cover up to 50% of the energy needs of the cultivation center. Its implementation allows avoiding the emission of approximately 350 tons of CO₂ per year, equivalent to more than 12 hectares of native forest.
A strategic partnership with global impact
The hybrid system developed by Alotta combines floating solar power with intelligent technology that optimizes its performance in real time. This same technology had already been validated in a salmon farm in northern Norway, and is now adapted to the Chilean context, where the use of diesel is still predominant in remote areas.
In addition to reducing the use of fossil fuels, the fossil fuelsThe installation, in addition to reducing the use of fossil fuels, also reduces the number of supply vessels, which improves operational efficiency and reduces the environmental impact of operations.
Chile as a platform for innovation in clean energies
With this initiative, Chile positions itself as a regional benchmark in clean energy solutions applied to aquaculture. The experience acquired in Isla Huar will serve as a basis for future developments, both in the country and in other international markets where fish farming requires energy autonomy.
For Mowi Chile, the world’s largest salmon producer, this action represents a firm step towards its goal of operational sustainability. The company has been recognized for five consecutive years as the most sustainable protein producer, and this implementation reinforces its commitment to low-impact solutions.
Floating solar cage as a driver of energy change
The floating solar barge is a concrete example of how the energy transition in aquaculture is feasible and replicable. Thanks to partnerships between Norwegian-based technology companies and local operators, the sector can reduce its carbon footprint without sacrificing efficiency.
The implementation of photovoltaic hybrid systems systems can transform the relationship between the aquaculture industry and the environment, and this cage at Huar Island is already showing tangible results.
Chile, from the south, provides a solution that can be scaled towards a globally more sustainable salmon farming.
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