PARTNER
Aqua-Spark
Aqua-Spark revolutionises the aquaculture industry by investing in sustainable practices that benefit both the environment and local communities. Through targeted investments, Aqua-Spark supports innovative companies that improve aquaculture’s sustainability and efficiency.
Partner Type
Programmatic Investment by Mustardseed Trust
Location
The Netherlands
Funded Since
2021
Total Amount Funded
$590,228
ABOUT
Aqua-Spark
Aqua-Spark is an open-ended global fund dedicated to sustainable aquaculture. It supports the growth of companies that prioritise environmental sustainability and animal welfare. Aqua-Spark provides capital, expertise, and network support to various aquaculture ventures, aiming to improve practices across the value chain, from fish farming technologies to seafood processing and distribution.
Contribution
How Aqua-Spark builds regenerative foodsystems
Aqua-Spark is transforming aquaculture into a key player in regenerative global food systems. By tackling crucial issues like sustainable feed, advanced farming technologies, and antibiotics-free practices, Aqua-Spark promotes resilient and eco-friendly aquaculture.
Investing in alternative, sustainable feed ingredients to reduce reliance on traditional fishmeal and fish oil, lessening pressure on wild fish stocks.
They fund innovative technologies like automated feeding systems and water purification to strengthen resource efficiency and minimise waste.
They support the development of antibiotic alternatives to maintain fish health and promote natural ecological balance.
Mustardseed Trust’s investment in Aqua-Spark has sparked major advancements in sustainable aquaculture. With our support, Aqua-Spark empowers innovative companies like eFishery, which reduces waste and enhances fish health through automated feeding systems. This partnership perfectly reflects our commitment to sustainability and pioneering food systems.
Aqua-Spark improves the environmental footprint of aquaculture.
Aqua-Spark’s impact is clear, driving significant improvements in sustainable fish farming. In 2023 alone, their portfolio companies saved millions of kilograms of feed and sustainably produced millions of kilograms of food.
19.000.000
kilograms of feed saved
8.600.000
kilograms of food harvested or produced
35.000.000
animals treated with antibiotic replacements
210.000.000
fish with improved welfare
How Aqua-Spark builds a world of care
Healthy eco-systems
Reducing environmental impacts and improving ocean health.
Partnership
Uniting a network of innovative companies.
New money systems
Promoting new economic models that prioritise sustainability and resilience.