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Atlantic Sapphire, a pioneer in sustainable aquaculture, has joined forces with the Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) to reduce its carbon footprint by 45% through solar energy. This partnership aligns with the company’s commitment to environmentally conscious seafood production. By becoming part of FPL’s SolarTogether program, Atlantic Sapphire will offset a significant portion of its energy consumption, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and innovation within the aquaculture industry.

A major environmental incident has occurred with millions of litres of sewage leaking into the Albert River in Queensland, contaminating prawn aquaculture products and raising concerns for people who fish or swim in the area. The leak has been ongoing since January, releasing approximately 350 million litres of sewage into the river. Testing is underway to determine the extent of contamination and its impact on public health and the seafood industry.