As a leader in the aquafeed industry, we recognise the vital role we play in mitigating our climate impact and adapting to the challenges posed by climate change.

Our commitment to climate action is driven by our understanding of the interconnectedness between the aquaculture industry and the environment, as well as the need to ensure long-term resilience and sustainability for our business and stakeholders. Our approach to climate impact and adaptation therefore encompasses both mitigation and adaptation strategies.

We focus on reducing our greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency, investment in renewable energy sources, and responsible sourcing of raw materials. We are committed to monitoring and reporting our emissions, setting reduction targets, and continuously exploring solutions to minimise our carbon footprint.

Addressing climate change is a pressing global challenge, and we are taking proactive steps to assess and mitigate its potential impacts. In 2022, we conducted a first study to evaluate climate risks and identify potential vulnerabilities within our operations, which will serve as a foundation for developing climate resilience strategies that will enhance our ability to adapt to changing conditions.

In recognition of the crucial need to strengthen our operations and supply chain in the face of climate change impacts, Grobest is committed to building resilience throughout our organization. As part of our ongoing adaptation strategies, we are actively diversifying our supply chain, investing in research and development efforts to promote climate-resilient aquaculture practices, and fostering collaborations with industry partners and local communities. These initiatives aim to enhance the collective resilience of our operations and the aquaculture industry as a whole. By proactively addressing climate change risks and embracing opportunities for innovation, we strive to ensure the long-term sustainability of our business while minimizing our environmental impacts.

Aquaculture-Electricity Symbiosis in Taiwan

In recent years, the Taiwan government has vigorously promoted green energy initiatives, with a primary focus on solar photovoltaic technology and wind power. From this, a significant contribution of 4GW is targeted to be obtained from the innovative ‘aquaculture-electricity symbiosis’ concept. Grobest has been actively involved in this initiative in Taiwan since 2019, providing crucial support to aquaculture management firms and energy companies.

Under the aquaculture-electricity symbiosis model, shrimp are grown in fully covered tanks or ponds, there can be challenges related to insufficient lighting and phytoplankton, affecting shrimps’ growth and appearance. Leveraging our expertise, we developed customised functional feeds better suited to these environments and offered technical advice on farm setup and feed management. Our support has helped farmers navigate these challenges, enhance shrimp growth performance, achieve higher Average Daily Growth rates, and lower feed conversion ratios. Grobest is proud to be part of this transformative green energy initiative, contributing to the sustainable development of the aquaculture industry.