The 'Jellyfish Barge' is an Alternative Way to Farm Produce
Michael Hemsworth — November 6, 2020 — Art & Design
References: yankodesign
Global food demand is expected to increase dramatically in the coming decades which will be difficult for the existing agriculture system to support, so the 'Jellyfish Barge' has been designed as a solution to this important problem. The floating greenhouse is designed for use in coastal communities and would allow farmers to raise crops on the water instead of requiring ample land to do so. The system would utilize the water it floats on to sustain the plants thanks to a solar-powered purification system to desalinate water or remove impurities.
The 'Jellyfish Barge' has an octagonal structure that floats using 96 recycled plastic drums in order to support the wooden and glass upper section for an overall more efficient structural design.
The 'Jellyfish Barge' has an octagonal structure that floats using 96 recycled plastic drums in order to support the wooden and glass upper section for an overall more efficient structural design.
Trend Themes
1. Floating Farming - Development of floating farming technology for crops could provide an alternative to traditional agriculture systems.
2. Sustainable Crop Production - The use of modular greenhouses and solar-powered purification systems can help develop a sustainable way of crop production.
3. Water-based Agriculture - Water-based agriculture could open up opportunities for coastal communities and mitigate the impact of land use on food production.
Industry Implications
1. Agriculture - Development of floating greenhouses could disrupt the traditional farming practices and offer new growth opportunities for the agriculture industry.
2. Renewable Energy - The utilization of renewable energy in the form of solar power for desalination of water can transform the way we produce crops using the latest innovative technologies.
3. Maritime Industry - The development of modular and compact floating greenhouses can provide an excellent opportunity for the maritime industry to expand into new markets and create more efficient ways of producing crops.
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