خواطر سمكية: الطافة المتجددة فى خدمة الثروة السمكية

Описание: Prof. Dr. AHMED M.M. EL-ASHRAM
ضمن سلسلة خواطر سمكية كتابة أستاذ دكتور/ أحمد محمد الأشرم
The global aquaculture industry faces unprecedented challenges in meeting the growing demand for aquatic food while simultaneously addressing environmental sustainability, disease management, and resource optimization. This comprehensive review examines the integration of renewable energy systems with smart aquaculture technologies as a paradigm shift toward sustainable aquaculture development. We critically analyze the impacts of these integrated systems on fish and crustacean health, immune function, biosecurity protocols, and resource-use efficiency, contextualizing these developments within the framework of Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) priorities for sustainable food production. The convergence of solar, wind, and biogas energy systems with Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled monitoring, artificial intelligence-driven disease detection, and precision feeding technologies represents a transformative approach to aquaculture management. Evidence suggests that renewable energy-powered smart systems enhance water quality stability, reduce stress-induced immunosuppression, enable early disease detection through machine learning algorithms, and improve biosecurity through automated surveillance and predictive analytics. Furthermore, these integrated systems demonstrate significant improvements in feed conversion ratios, water-use efficiency, and overall production sustainability. This review synthesizes current knowledge, identifies research gaps, and proposes a conceptual framework for implementing renewable energy-driven smart aquaculture systems aligned with the FAO Blue Transformation initiative and Sustainable Development Goals. The findings underscore the critical importance of technological integration for achieving sustainable intensification while safeguarding aquatic animal health and environmental integrity.