Revolutionizing Food and Energy Production

Our Vision:

Aqua Crop is pioneering a paradigm shift in food and energy production. We integrate commercial aquaponics with renewable energy (Aquavoltaics) to combat food insecurity and provide a sustainable energy source in marginalized communities.

What We Do:

Integrated Aquavoltaic Systems:

Unique combination of aquaponics and solar energy.

Community Solar Gardens:

Accessible and affordable clean energy coupled with efficient food production.

Sustainable Urban and Rural Development:

Focusing on self-sustaining community development.

Market Opportunity:

Addressing the growing need for sustainable energy and food production.

Capitalizing on rapid transformation in aquaculture and renewable energy sectors.

Meeting increasing land demands for solar energy production.

Our Team

Management Team

Derrick Chapman

Co–Founder

Derrick Chapman is the President and Managing Partner of Aqua Crop, LLC, a company dedicated to implementing environmentally friendly and sustainable farming practices. In addition to my role at Aqua Crop, I am actively involved with the Black Food Sovereignty Coalition and have successfully secured a food procurement and distribution contract with Solid Grounds through the LFPA. As a managing member of Aqua Crop, I am currently enrolled in the mobile Market 101 Course, further expanding my knowledge in the field. Currently, I am leading a fundraising campaign to launch the Go-Go Grocery initiative in collaboration with the Greater Watts Community Garden, Willowbrook Inclusion Network, and South Los Angeles YouthBuild program, aiming to make a positive impact on the community.

Derrick Chapman, co-founder of DC Power Plants, is a seasoned leader in the renewable energy sector. With a Community Solar Developer certification from the Department of Energy, Derrick brings extensive expertise to the table. He serves as a Board member for Key Tech Labs and previously held the position of Executive Director at C.A.C.T.U.S., where he successfully trained over 700 professionals for sustainable energy roles. Derrick's 12-year service with the San Jose Fire Department, including his role as Fire Captain and founder of the SJ Fire Explorer Program, has sharpened his exceptional leadership capabilities. His dedication to advocating for renewable energy solutions and community development has earned him honors such as "Firefighter of The Year" and significant roles on community boards.

Derek Byrd

Co-Founder

Mr. Byrd has a bachelor’s degree in biology with a concentration in aquaculture, Mr. Byrd has over a decade of analytical laboratory experience. His research areas include Industrial Hygiene, Rapid and High-Throughput Detection of Plant Pathogens, Real-Time TeleRobotics, Biological/Chemical Forensics, and Broad Spectrum Water Quality Analyses. Mr. Byrd provides technical and scientific support for product and service development.