Our vision is to lead the blue revolution

Working strategically with sustainability can actually make your business more profitable and help it grow. It's not just about cutting down on the negative, but also about being creative, creating value and managing risk smartly. The business world is changing at a record pace and keeping up is key to staying competitive in the future. By monitoring our impact on society and the environment, we prepare for tougher demands from all sides - customers, investors and authorities.

Our strategy identifies the SDGs that we think are most important and explains how we work towards these goals with concrete actions and measurable results.

Our sustainability strategy is a clear guide for Aquaculture Innovation. It helps everyone in the team, from employees to managers, to make smart choices every day. It also shows our customers and investors that we take sustainability seriously and that it affects how we do business.

The UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are not just an inspiration, but the very foundation of everything we do towards sustainability. It is our way of ensuring that we work for a better world, while growing and succeeding as a company.

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Workplaces and decent work

The aquaculture industry provides jobs for many people, both directly (in the farms themselves) and indirectly (in the supply industry, transport, research, etc.). Ensuring decent working conditions, fair wages and equal opportunities for all employees is important to fulfil SDG 8. Aquaculture Innovation works to create a safe working environment, provide training and development opportunities, and respect workers' rights.

 

Economic growth and sustainability

Aquaculture will contribute to the economic growth of local communities by creating income, tax base and business opportunities. Aquaculture Innovation balances economic growth with environmental concerns. Sustainable production, use of resources and waste management are crucial to preserving the environment.

 

Innovation and technology

Aquaculture can benefit from innovation and technology to improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact and create new labour opportunities. Sustainable Development Goal 9 encourages investment in research and development to promote technological growth and innovation. In collaboration with Torghatten Aqua, Aquaculture Innovation is well advanced in its R&D efforts.

 

Inclusion and gender equality

Aquaculture Innovation works to include all groups in society, regardless of gender, disability, ethnicity or socio-economic background.

 

Sustainable food production

The aquaculture industry plays an important role in producing food, especially fish and seafood. By producing in a sustainable way, we help to reduce hunger and increase access to nutritious food, while taking care of the environment.

 

Food security and nutrition

Aquaculture Innovation will help ensure that the world has enough food by producing large quantities of fish and seafood. This is especially important for societies that depend on seafood. By providing nutritious food such as fish, aquaculture also contributes to better and healthier nutrition for people around the world.

 

Sustainable use of resources

Farming must be carried out in a way that does not deplete resources. We must avoid overfishing, protect marine ecosystems and maintain the balance of nature.

 

Local economic development

The aquaculture industry creates jobs and economic activity in local communities where the facilities are established. This can help to lift people out of poverty and strengthen the local economy.

 

Sustainable consumption and production

The aquaculture industry has a unique opportunity to lead the transition to a more responsible and sustainable future. By focussing on recycling and the circular economy, the industry can reduce its ecological footprint and promote a more efficient use of resources. This means reusing equipment and materials and improving the way we produce to minimise waste and consumption. Furthermore, the aquaculture industry can play an important role in reducing food waste by ensuring that surplus food is distributed to those who need it most. Through these measures, the aquaculture industry can make a significant contribution to the goal of responsible consumption and production.

 

Handling of chemicals and waste

It is important that the aquaculture industry manages chemicals and waste in a responsible manner. This means significantly reducing emissions of chemicals to air, water and soil. The industry must also minimise the amount of hazardous waste and become better at recycling. Furthermore, it is important to implement measures to cut down on the total amount of waste. Through these measures, the aquaculture industry can contribute to a more sustainable future.

 

Sustainable ocean management and marine lifefat

The aquaculture industry is deeply dependent on a healthy and rich marine environment to thrive. To maintain this environment, we must prevent pollution by reducing emissions from fish farms. The industry also has a responsibility to limit litter, especially plastic, to protect marine ecosystems. Farmers must act carefully so as not to damage the marine ecosystem or threaten the diversity of marine life. We must take active steps to protect wildlife and coral reefs. Production must be carefully balanced with environmental considerations, ensuring that ocean resources are utilised in a sustainable way. Co-operation with the authorities is key to ensuring that marine protected areas are not negatively impacted by aquaculture activities. By assessing the total environmental impact in an area, the aquaculture industry can help to strengthen the ocean as a sustainable source of food production and business activity.