DEVELOPING A SUSTAINABLE ENERGY MODEL FOR SHRIMP FARMS IN THE MEKONG DELTA

Abstract

Shrimp farming is an important and rapidly growing aquaculture industry worldwide, driven by the increasing demand for high-protein food sources. With advancements in technology and farming methods, shrimp production has been rising, making a significant contribution to the economies of many countries. In Vietnam, shrimp farming in the Mekong Delta plays a crucial role in the national economy through export activities. However, the industry requires a high electricity supply for aeration systems to continuously maintain adequate dissolved oxygen O₂ levels in ponds, improving water quality and promoting shrimp growth. Aerators powered by electric motors consume a large amount of electricity, leading to high operational costs and reliance on conventional energy sources to achieve economic productivity while reducing greenhouse gas emissions, a sustainable energy model for shrimp farms is essential. This study presents the optimal design of renewable energy sources to power aeration systems, based on variations in dissolved oxygen levels in the shrimp ponds. The main objective is to achieve economically viable shrimp production with minimal environmental impact on shrimp farms.