Nurturing Cabo Verde aquaculture

Cabo Verde Aqua is an initiative creating space for sustainable food production in the Atlantic Ocean, driving resilient blue growth, and accelerating the future of aquatic protein in Cabo Verde.

Aquaculture Atlas

Locating the optimal ocean areas to grow sustainable protein

Cabo Verde Aqua (CVA) improves decision-making to ensure our oceans can be managed sustainably. That's why Cabo Verde Aqua ensures that aquaculture areas are the foundation for sustainable protein and protect our precious ecosystems.

Explore offshore and onshore aquaculture areas across Cabo Verde's nine Islands. CVA advocates smart, science-based spatial planning for aquaculture and the blue economy. Together, we can ensure a vibrant and sustainable future.

OFFSHORE

Coastal aquaculture has vast potential with Cabo Verde's clean, warm, oceanic water

Discover the future of offshore aquaculture with the Cabo Verde Aqua platform. Navigate the map to get insights on the best areas for growing sustainable aquatic protein. The cutting-edge spatial analysis helps to accelerate aquaculture governance, reduce investor risk and build a sustainable blue future for aquaculture in Cabo Verde.

ONSHORE

Land-based aquaculture has a bright future in Cabo Verde's blue growth

Discover the future of onshore aquaculture with the Cabo Verde Aqua platform. Navigate the map to get insights on the best areas for growing sustainable aquatic protein.

Sustainable seafood production from land aquaculture is a key component to a healthy and abundant food system. Cabo Verde Aqua offers insights into the best locations for land-based aquaculture accounting for environmental, infrastructure and human capital.