Aquaponics United is an international non-governmental association. We bring together people and organizations who are interested in aquaponics and committed to sharing knowledge, improving practice and building resilient communities.
Before applying, please explore what membership makes possible and the principles that guide our work.
What we offer
Choose the form of participation that fits you. Public applications are admitted as number members or sympathizers. Other statutory categories are assigned internally by AU in accordance with its statutes.
Resources and services depend on active projects, available capacity and third-party conditions. Membership does not guarantee a particular individualized service.
Explore the current member resources and access conditions →
Our policy and mentality
We believe knowledge grows through cooperation. We act with openness, professional responsibility and respect for people, communities and the natural environment. We encourage self-regulation, good practice and continuous improvement, while making aquaponics understandable and accessible to society.
Our work is guided by public benefit, social responsibility and the exchange of experience. We welcome people who want to contribute freely and voluntarily to these aims and who will participate with integrity and respect for our statutes and internal rules.
Our objectives
We aim to contribute to the development of aquaponics among professionals, public and private entities; provide a meeting point for training and dissemination; connect companies, institutions and educational centres; raise awareness of aquaponics as a sustainable food model; and advance methods and techniques through research and information.
Who can join
People and organizations that share AU's aims may apply as a number member with full statutory rights and an annual fee of 360 €, or as a free sympathizer with the restricted rights shown above. Admission always requires AU's approval.