AIKO Zero Carbon Institute Europe Signs Three Strategic Partnerships at Intersolar, Advancing “AI + Zero-Carbon Agriculture” Initiative

AIKO Zero Carbon Institute Europe Signs Three Strategic Partnerships at Intersolar, Advancing “AI + Zero-Carbon Agriculture” Initiative

June 29th, 2026

AIKO Zero Carbon Institute Europe announced three strategic cooperation agreements at Intersolar Europe 2026, marking a significant expansion of its “AI + Zero-Carbon Agriculture” initiative. The partnerships with AquaGen, Nofitech, and Atyrau Oil and Gas University (AOGU) span three continents and cover Atlantic salmon genetics supply, land-based recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS), and the development of a zero-carbon smart agriculture demonstration park in Kazakhstan.

AIKO & AquaGen – Atlantic Salmon Genetics Supply Assurance

AIKO and AquaGen AS, a global leader in Atlantic salmon genetic breeding originating from Norway, have established a strategic cooperation framework for the prioritized supply of premium Atlantic salmon eyed eggs and SPF (Specific Pathogen Free) germplasm resources to the Chinese market. The partnership also covers the deployment of land-based RAS and deep-sea aquaculture solutions, integrating Norway’s advanced genetic capabilities with AIKO’s new energy expertise under the “AI + Zero-Carbon Agriculture” initiative.

“This collaboration represents a significant step in bringing world-class Atlantic salmon genetics to China through a zero-carbon aquaculture framework,” said Dr. Christen Mordal, Export Director of AquaGen. “AIKO’s commitment to sustainable energy solutions provides an ideal foundation for developing efficient, low-carbon aquaculture systems that can meet growing protein demand while minimizing environmental impact.”

AIKO & Nofitech – RAS System Supply for Land-Based Atlantic Salmon Farming

AIKO has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Nofitech, a Norwegian leader in RAS engineering and integrated aquaculture systems. The partnership establishes an RAS System Supply and Technical Cooperation Framework for AIKO’s China land-based Atlantic salmon farming project, combining AIKO’s new energy supply and smart energy management capabilities with Nofitech’s advanced RAS engineering and water treatment technology.

The collaboration will deliver end-to-end system delivery and quality assurance processes for Asia’s largest new-energy-enabled smart fishery project, creating a landmark demonstration of integrated “AI + Zero-Carbon Agriculture” with modern land-based aquaculture.

“We are excited to bring our RAS engineering expertise to this landmark project with AIKO,” said Trygve Øvergård, Chief Commercial Officer of Nofitech. “By combining our advanced water treatment and system integration capabilities with AIKO’s new energy and smart management solutions, we are building a new benchmark for sustainable, land-based aquaculture in China and beyond.”

AIKO & AOGU – Zero-Carbon Smart Agriculture & Aquaculture Demonstration Park

AIKO and Atyrau Oil and Gas University (AOGU) in Kazakhstan have agreed to jointly build the AIKO-AOGU Zero-Carbon Smart Agriculture & Aquaculture Demonstration Park. The project will begin with a 15 to 30-hectare Phase 1 demonstration zone, integrating spectral photovoltaic power generation, AI-managed smart irrigation, digital twin intelligent management platforms, and green hydrogen demonstration technologies.

The park will establish a replicable model for efficient, low-carbon agriculture under the harsh climatic conditions of the Atyrau region, while serving as a platform for China–Kazakhstan university-industry cooperation, technology transfer, and talent cultivation.

“This collaboration allows us to bring cutting-edge zero-carbon agriculture technologies to Central Asia,” said Ms. Gulzada Shakulikova of Atyrau Oil and Gas University. “Together with AIKO, we are building a demonstration that can be scaled across the region, contributing to Kazakhstan’s agricultural modernization and carbon reduction goals.”

A shared vision for zero-carbon agriculture

“These three partnerships represent AIKO’s commitment to applying advanced solar and zero-carbon technologies beyond traditional power generation,” said Dr. Han Xu, Senior Vice President of AIKO and President of the European Zero-Carbon Research Institute. “From Atlantic salmon genetics to RAS engineering and smart agriculture in Central Asia, we are building real-world models of how renewable energy can transform food production systems. Each partnership addresses a specific regional need while contributing to a shared global vision: a zero-carbon society where clean energy and sustainable agriculture work together to feed the world.”

Through AIKO Zero Carbon Institute Europe, the company continues to expand its “AI + Zero-Carbon Agriculture” initiative across global markets, developing integrated solutions that combine photovoltaic generation, smart energy management, and modern agricultural technologies to support the transition toward a sustainable, low-carbon future.