AQUAPONICS AS AN INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION: CHALLENGES AND INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS

XIV International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Environmental Protection – IIZS 2024, str. 408-412

 

АУТОР / AUTHOR(S): Daniel Alexuță, Marius M. Bălaș

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DOI: 10.46793/IIZS24.408A

САЖЕТАК / ABSTRACT:

Although aquaponics is not a new concept, due to technological developments it is becoming an innovative field that integrates aquaculture and hydroponics into a symbiotic system, significantly reducing water consumption and eliminating the need for chemical fertilizers. Furthermore, by implementing automation concepts, the performance of these systems increases significantly. This paper analyzes the applicability of aquaponic systems from the perspective of energy efficiency as well as industrial engineering, exploring their environmental impact and contribution to the circular economy. The challenges associated with large-scale industrial adoption, such as initial costs and technical requirements, are evaluated, and scalability solutions through technological innovation are proposed. Additionally, the paper includes a mathematical model of fish growth in aquaponic systems and discusses the importance of balancing fish growth with plant productivity.

КЉУЧНЕ РЕЧИ / KEYWORDS:

Aquaponics, Sustainability, Automation, Resource Efficiency

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