Big Akwa is a food-tech innovation start-up that is revolutionizing land-based aquaculture by introducing industrial symbiosis between the aquaculture and process industry. Their principle is to co-locate fish farming systems with the forest industry, creating a sustainable and synergistic relationship. They utilize low temperature heat generated by the pulp industry, which is typically wasted, to warm up fish farm water, resulting in faster fish growth and lower energy usage.

Additionally, the dirty water produced by fish farms, which is harmful to the environment, is recycled and used as a food source for bacteria in the water purification process of the pulp industry. This not only saves considerable energy but also improves the environmental footprint of both fish and pulp production. Big Akwa has developed an efficient approach to fish farming based on industrial symbioses, making it scalable and adaptable to any pulp/paper mill.

This innovative solution not only benefits the local economy but also provides a fresher and more sustainable product. By combining aquaculture with hydrogen/e-fuel production, Big Akwa further maximizes efficiency by utilizing waste oxygen and heat. The result is 20% more efficient fish farming and the creation of various organic value-added products.

With their commitment to sustainable practices, Big Akwa is leading the way in redefining the aquaculture and process industries