Water Governance Institute Aquaponics System

Water Governance Institute

The Water Governance Institute’s aquaponics system is a combination fish tank and grow-bed unit.

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Product description Brand name and product description

The Water Governance Institute’s aquaponics system contains a grow-bed for crops suspended over an aquaculture tank. The two components create a symbiotic environment where the nutrient-rich water produced by the fish is used to irrigate the crops, and the water draining into the tank is cleaned by the plants.

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Uganda

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

The Water Governance Institute

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

Unknown

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Many aquaponics systems are open-source and can be constructed from local materials.

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 1: No poverty

Goal 2: Zero hunger

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Families experiencing fish scarcity and nutrient deficiencies.

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

The product is built by the consumer with help from the Water Governance Institute.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Unknown

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

The product is distributed by the Water Governance Institute to families in need in Uganda.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

Unknown

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

System type

The kind of aquaponic system used (Nutrient Film Technique, Media beds, Deep Water culture or other)

Media beds

Planting area

Customized or standardized grow bed area (“Customizable” or “X x X m”)

4.2 x 4.2 m

Targeted fish

Types of fish that the system is designed for (fish species/types)

Tilapia

Fish capacity

Maximum number of fish (“X fish” or “Customizable”)

200-7500

Tank size

Size of the aquaponic tank (“X x X x X m or m³)

Customizable

Targeted plants

The types of plants that the system is designed for (plant groups or specific crops)

Tomatoes and sweet pepper

Irrigation system power source

The energy source of the water pump or manual irrigation (power source type or manual)

Manual

Filtration system included

Some hydroponics systems include water filters, some require the user to periodically drain and refill the water. Is there a filtration system included? (Yes/No)

Aeration/Oxygenation system

Does the the system come with an aerator which pumps oxygen into the tank? (Yes/No)

Water replenishment rate

Water that is periodically replenished in the fish tank (Volume or depth per unit of time)

Unknown

Monitoring System

Type of digital monitoring systems that may or may not connect to a smartphone app that monitor such things as nutrient levels, water temperature, etc. (Automated or Manual)

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

The product contains a grow-bed and a fish tank. The grow-bed is a 10-15 cm deep tray filled with a growing medium such as husks or loamy soil. Crops such as sweet pepper or tomato can be grown in the tray. The fish tank is filled with water that can hold fish such as tilapia. The fish tank can be sized at 1000 L, 9200 L, or 75,000 L to hold a maximum of 200, 1200, or 7500 fish. There is a spigot at the bottom of the tank that allows the user to drain water from the tank to water the crops. The grow-bed has a water-permeable bottom that allows wastewater from the crops to drip back into the fish tank. Additional water must be added to the system regularly to replace water lost through evaporation and crop transpiration.

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Not available

Technical support Technical support provided by

Provided by the Water Governance Institute.

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

Unknown

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

Unknown

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

The designers aim to increase crop and fish production in communities that have the aquaponics system, leading to better nutrition and additional household income.

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

A case study conducted by the International Water Resources Association determined the aquaculture systems deployed in Uganda led to an increase in crop and fish productivity per unit area.

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

The International Water Resources Association

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

No known safety hazards are related to this product.

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

If electricity is available, sensors, water pumps, and aerators can be added to the system.

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

Mugisha, B. H., 2018, Promoting commercial aquaponics farming among smallholder households/farms for water-use efficiency, food security and livelihood improvements, Smart Water Management Case Study Report.

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

Unknown

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

Unknown

Other information

Water Governance Institute youtube page and twitter account

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Snapshot

Product description Brand name and product description

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Uganda

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

The Water Governance Institute

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

Unknown

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Many aquaponics systems are open-source and can be constructed from local materials.

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 1: No poverty

Goal 2: Zero hunger

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Families experiencing fish scarcity and nutrient deficiencies.

Manufacturing & delivery

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

The product is built by the consumer with help from the Water Governance Institute.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Unknown

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

The product is distributed by the Water Governance Institute to families in need in Uganda.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

Unknown

Performance & use

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

System type

The kind of aquaponic system used (Nutrient Film Technique, Media beds, Deep Water culture or other)

Media beds

Planting area

Customized or standardized grow bed area (“Customizable” or “X x X m”)

4.2 x 4.2 m

Targeted fish

Types of fish that the system is designed for (fish species/types)

Tilapia

Fish capacity

Maximum number of fish (“X fish” or “Customizable”)

200-7500

Tank size

Size of the aquaponic tank (“X x X x X m or m³)

Customizable

Targeted plants

The types of plants that the system is designed for (plant groups or specific crops)

Tomatoes and sweet pepper

Irrigation system power source

The energy source of the water pump or manual irrigation (power source type or manual)

Manual

Filtration system included

Some hydroponics systems include water filters, some require the user to periodically drain and refill the water. Is there a filtration system included? (Yes/No)

Aeration/Oxygenation system

Does the the system come with an aerator which pumps oxygen into the tank? (Yes/No)

Water replenishment rate

Water that is periodically replenished in the fish tank (Volume or depth per unit of time)

Unknown

Monitoring System

Type of digital monitoring systems that may or may not connect to a smartphone app that monitor such things as nutrient levels, water temperature, etc. (Automated or Manual)

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Not available

Technical support Technical support provided by

Provided by the Water Governance Institute.

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

Unknown

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

Unknown

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

The designers aim to increase crop and fish production in communities that have the aquaponics system, leading to better nutrition and additional household income.

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

A case study conducted by the International Water Resources Association determined the aquaculture systems deployed in Uganda led to an increase in crop and fish productivity per unit area.

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

The International Water Resources Association

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

No known safety hazards are related to this product.

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

If electricity is available, sensors, water pumps, and aerators can be added to the system.

Research & standards

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

Unknown

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

Unknown

Other information

Water Governance Institute youtube page and twitter account

Feedback

In context photographs (0)

You can use the form below to contribute a photo of this product.

In context files & documents (0)

Feedback from users, customers & distributors

Please let us know your experience in using this product through comments below.

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