Green Zone

Remotely monitored aquaponics system for year-round fresh produce

Problem

There are a lot of food produce which are seasonal and are therefore unavailable at certain times of the year or have to be preserved to use at later times. In addition to this need, I wanted to explore a farming system which demands little attention from me.

Key Challenges

  • • Seasonal food availability limitations
  • • High maintenance traditional farming
  • • External disruptions (COVID-19, natural disasters)
  • • Supply chain vulnerabilities

Solution

A remotely monitored aquaponic system which provides a consistent supply of fresh produce regardless of seasonal fluctuations. This system is also more resilient to external disruptions, such as natural disasters or supply chain challenges like the lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Key Features

  • • Year-round fresh produce production
  • • Remote monitoring capabilities
  • • Low maintenance requirements
  • • Disaster-resilient food security

Project Overview

Sustainable aquaponics system combining fish farming with hydroponic plant cultivation

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Aquaculture

Fish farming provides natural nutrients for plant growth through waste conversion

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Hydroponics

Soil-less plant cultivation using nutrient-rich water from fish tanks

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Remote Monitoring

Automated system monitoring with minimal human intervention required

Development Process

3D Rendering of Green Zone System

3D System Design

Initial 3D rendering showing the complete aquaponics system layout and structure

Detailed 3D Rendering

System Configuration

Detailed view of the aquaponics components and water circulation system

Cleaning IBC Tanks

Tank Preparation

Cleaning and preparing IBC tanks for the aquaponics system setup

Land Preparation

Site Preparation

Painting and preparing the land area for system installation

Tank and Frame Setup

Infrastructure Setup

Installing IBC tanks and structural frames for the aquaponics system

System Integration

System Integration

Completed metalwork and plumbing - 60% project completion milestone

Build Process

1

Design & 3D Modeling

Created detailed 3D renderings of the complete system

2

Tank Preparation

Cleaned and prepared IBC tanks for aquaponics use

3

Site Setup

Painted and prepared the installation area

4

Frame Installation

Installed structural frames and positioned tanks

5

System Integration

Completed metalwork and plumbing connections

Project Impact

Creating sustainable food security through innovative aquaponics technology

365
Days Fresh Produce
60%
Project Completion
COVID
Pandemic Inspired

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