Sovereignty requires power. We are moving beyond the grid to build a resilient, renewable energy infrastructure that keeps the farm running no matter what the weather brings.
Ongoing since 2022
Experimental Farm
Alternative Energy
Sustainable Energy Sources
Imagine solar panels providing clean energy and shade for our animals and crops! That’s the beauty of agrivoltaics. We’re exploring partnerships with solar farms to provide grazing services via our sheep, creating a symbiotic relationship where animals reduce foliage under the panels, and the panels offer much-needed shade. This innovative approach represents a truly efficient use of space and demonstrates our commitment to climate-smart agriculture. We are applying to the FACT and LASSO grants to introduce agrivoltaics and solar field grazing, aiming for a future where energy production and agriculture flourish hand-in-hand on Vieques.
Ongoing since 2022
Experimental Farm
Alternative Energy
Sustainable Energy meets Sustainable Farming
Harnessing energy from organic waste is a key component of our circular economy vision. Our biogas system aims to capture methane for energy, potentially fueling our cooking needs or even a pizza oven! While currently non-functional and dependent on pig manure, we are determined to troubleshoot and restart the system. The goal is to convert 5-10 pounds of food scraps into methane, providing a sustainable alternative to propane. Restarting this system requires dredging and restarting with pig or cow manure, and consulting the company for proper setup from the start. This project is a crucial step towards reducing our reliance on external resources and enhancing our sustainable food system
Ongoing since 2023
Experimental Farm
Alternative Energy
Sustainable Energy Sources
Looking to the future, we’re even exploring the potential of hydrogen power on the farm. While still in the conceptual stages, this ambitious project aligns with our long-term vision for complete energy independence and truly sustainable farms. We are continuously researching and seeking opportunities to integrate cutting-edge technologies that support our environmental and agricultural goals.
We are proving that clean energy and agriculture can grow together. Join us in building a self-reliant ecosystem where the sun, soil, and community fuel the future of Vieques.
Renewable power is the heartbeat of a sovereign food system. It pumps water, cools harvests, and fuels our kitchens. Explore how this energy infrastructure supports our other initiatives to create a truly resilient, self-reliant island.
Nourishing Vieques' most vulnerable by turning farm surplus into daily sustenance.
Cultivating a resilient agricultural network through collaboration, education, and restorative grazing practices.
Cultivating the next generation of growers through immersive, hands-on action. Learn the reality of sustainable farming by doing the work.
Cultivating food sovereignty and ecological resilience in Vieques, Puerto Rico. We are a USDA Organic farm dedicated to building a self-sufficient future through regenerative agriculture, rural development, and hands-on community education.
Our Ecosystem of Impact: La Finca de Hamberto, Community Through Colors, and Sail Relief Team form a collaborative network. Together, we build community resilience through art, food sovereignty, and disaster response.
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