Case
Scaling Sustainability: How ScaleAQ Redefined Aquaculture Efficiency
Can aquaculture systems slash emissions, improve fish welfare, and enhance operational efficiency with cutting-edge solutions?
Challenge
Traditional aquaculture methods struggle with high CO₂ emissions, significant fish mortality rates, and resource inefficiencies. ScaleAQ needed a research-based decision basis and new strategies to transition towards systems that are not only sustainable but also improve salmon welfare and operational performance.
Terralight
Transforming complex data into actionable insights for smarter aquaculture solutions.
Our Collaboration
Together with ScaleAQ, we delivered actionable insights through advanced modelling and analysis. Our partnership focused on identifying high-impact improvements by comparing conventional delousing methods with submerged and semi-closed aquaculture systems.
Key Steps
Lifecycle Analysis: Mapped CO₂ emissions across submerged and traditional systems to identify critical inefficiencies.
Scenario Modelling: Simulated performance outcomes under different adoption levels of submerged and semi-closed cages.
Dynamic Optimization Tool: Built a scalable model, powered by Terralight, enabling ScaleAQ to dynamically assess and refine operations.
Results That Matter
ScaleAQ sets new standards with innovative cages, proving emissions cuts and efficiency go hand-in-hand.
The Impact
50% Lower CO₂ Emissions: Submerged systems outperformed traditional methods in reducing environmental impact.
Significantly Lower Mortality Rates: Enhanced salmon welfare resulted in major cost savings on feed and resources.
Future-Ready Systems: Electrification and closed systems presented a clear path for long-term sustainability.
