The non-stop expansion of Crystal Lagoons

31/03/2023

The scientist Fernando Fischmann -founder of the multinational Crystal Lagoons– is a reference in terms of innovation worldwide and his success story is inspiring. This was highlighted by the magazine of the Chilean American Chamber of Commerce (Amcham).

Creator of a sustainable and pioneering technology that has crossed all borders, which allows the low-cost construction and maintenance of unlimited-size bodies of water in crystal-clear condition anywhere on the planet. This concept has revolutionized the world, providing unparalleled differentiation and competitive advantage for developers and their projects.

Crystal Lagoons® technology – patented in more than 190 countries – has changed people’s lifestyles, taking the idyllic beach lifestyle to some of the most diverse regions of the world, even in arid and desert regions.

For its sustainable, social, and urban contribution, Fernando Fischmann has been honored many times with prestigious international awards, such as the “WIPO Medal for Inventors”, through the nomination made by Chile’s Intellectual Protection Agency (Inapi) that led the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the Champion of Champion at the Green World Awards, British awards that recognize sustainable initiatives.

It has also been recognized as “Entrepreneur of the Year”, “Innovator of the Year”, and “Businessman of the Year”. In 2016, in Rome, he received The Stevie® Award, popularly known as The Oscars of the business world, previously awarded to Steve Jobs and Jeff Bezos. He has also been honored with the Green Apple Award at Britain’s House of Commons two years in a row (2016, 2017) for his industrial cooling technologies, and was awarded the Real Innovator Award, by the London Business School, to mention a few.

The added value of this innovation has allowed the multinational’s business model to be scaled to all continents, becoming a case study of successful globalization. This concept was born in the San Alfonso del Mar project and today it is present in over 1,000 projects in different stages of operation, planning, design, and construction in 60 countries worldwide.

Crystal Lagoons continues to innovate. After 10 years of revolutionizing the real estate world, Crystal Lagoons is now transforming city life with its Public Access Lagoons™ also known as PAL™ developments. Large investors from the United States, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Oceania, and Latin America have taken interest in Crystal Lagoons licensing model.

Public Access Lagoons™ is taking the multinational to the next level, generating exponential growth that does not stop.

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Crystal Lagoons Eco-Heated Lagoons Expand into Michigan

The revolutionary sustainable cooling technology for data centers—Eco-Heated Lagoons— of Crystal Lagoons continues to gain traction in the United States. In addition to the global interest it has generated, the multinational water innovation company is now attracting significant attention from leading developers in the Northeastern U.S., in states such as Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.

In fact, the company is in advanced discussions, specifically with industry players in Michigan, who are evaluating the Crystal Lagoons Eco-Heated Lagoons technology as a game-changer for colder climates through a high-impact, sustainable solution.

Michigan would serve as the platform for expansion across the Northeast region, enabling a tropical beach lifestyle in various states year-round and transforming how communities engage with outdoor recreation and entertainment.

The patented innovation of Crystal Lagoons enables the sustainable cooling of data centers and crypto mining facilities while also heating the monumental crystalline lagoons by reusing waste heat that is currently lost. In addition to featuring traditional beach areas, these lagoons include warm water zones that maintain temperatures at 37 degrees Celsius/98 degrees Fahrenheit, ensuring year-round use, even on the coldest days.

Crystal Lagoons already has several projects of this kind at different stages of development. The first complex in which the multinational will implement this system is the Public Access Lagoons® Angel Lagoon project in Texas. Developed by Crystal Lagoons in partnership with Land Tejas, the complex is located 40 minutes from Houston. The site will feature a 6 MW data center, cooled by the 1.7-hectare crystalline lagoon, which has already been inaugurated. Deep Green Energy, a subsidiary of the UK-based Octopus Energy, one of the world’s leading energy companies, will build and operate the data center.

What makes Crystal Lagoons® technology revolutionary is its closed-loop cooling system, which reduces energy consumption by 40% to 50% compared to traditional air cooling systems using chillers. This innovation addresses one of the significant challenges faced by the data center and crypto mining industries worldwide through a sustainable solution that not only lowers carbon footprint but also heats crystalline lagoons, among additional environmental benefits.

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13-02-2025

Crystal Lagoons: The Heart of Cotino™, a Storyliving by Disney™ Community

Cotino™ Bay is Coming to Life

Cotino™, a Storyliving by Disney™ community, is making waves with a first glimpse of Cotino™ Bay, a breathtaking 24-acre crystalline lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology.

The 618-acre community has plans for 1,932 residential units, all thus far leaning mid-century modern in design, and it’s located in Rancho Mirage, within the Coachella Valley, where the stunning lagoon will be the heart of the development. It will bring vibrant beach life and water sports to the community

A Beach Oasis in Coachella Valley

At the core of Cotino™, a Storyliving by Disney™ community, Cotino Bay is designed to be more than just a scenic centerpiece. The man-made lagoon, which marks a historic moment as California’s first-ever Crystal Lagoons® amenity, will offer residents and visitors an unparalleled beachfront experience with pristine, turquoise waters and vibrant aquatic activities in the middle of Rancho Mirage.

Crystal Lagoons® Eco-friendly Technology

Crystal Lagoons® technology has revolutionized waterfront living worldwide by creating sustainable, turquoise water bodies that require 100 times fewer chemicals and only 2% of the energy of conventional swimming pool systems

Thanks to this innovative technology, Cotino Bay will feature:

Sustainability: Using minimal water and energy compared to traditional amenities, the lagoon ensures an eco-friendly oasis.
White Sandy Beaches: Providing an idyllic coastal escape within the community.
Water Activities: Kayaking, paddleboarding, and swimming
A Social Hub: Designed to host events, gatherings, and entertainment, making it a vibrant focal point of the Cotino community.

Cotino Bay is being filled with recycled water, with minimal chemical additives and a sophisticated filtration system that uses less water than the average golf course to maintain that crystalline water’s tropical vibe.

‘’Cotino™, a Storyliving by Disney™ community, is a milestone project integrating Crystal Lagoons® technology with Disney’s storytelling and master planning expertise. The project represents an unparalleled lifestyle experience and is expected to become a landmark development, further reinforcing the transformative impact of Crystal Lagoons’’, said Ivan Manzur, Senior Vice President of Sales of Crystal Lagoons.

A New Era of Storyliving

Seamlessly blending Disney’s legendary storytelling with Crystal Lagoons’ world-class technology, this visionary project transforms how people experience community living. As Cotino™, a Storyliving by Disney™ community, continues to take shape, Cotino Bay will be the defining feature that sets this one-of-a-kind destination apart.

Inspiration awaits around every corner!

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12-02-2025

Crystal Lagoons Expands in Orlando with Four New Projects

Crystal Lagoons continues to deepen its success in the United States, its most important market worldwide, with over 275 projects in different stages of development or negotiation. This time, with a new Master Agreement—an exclusivity agreement for developing Public Access Lagoons®, also known as PAL®, real estate, and hybrid projects in a specific territory, which in this case is the Orlando Metropolitan Area, Florida.

Crystalline lagoon: a differentiating feature

These developments, whose centerpiece will be a lagoon powered by Crystal Lagoons® technology, will bring idyllic beach life to the most visited destination in the U.S., with 75 million tourists a year, which offers a wide range of entertainment but lacks a coastline. In this city, the multinational innovation company already has the successful Evermore Orlando Resort project, one of Florida’s largest tourism developments, anchored by an 8-acre crystalline lagoon.

The agreement is in partnership with Grupo ECIPSA, a real estate holding company with a presence in six countries. The multinational innovation company, founded by Fernando Fischmann, has signed multiple Master Agreements and projects with Grupo ECIPSA for developments in Israel, Brazil, Paraguay, and Orlando.

“Crystal Lagoons projects in the United States have been a success across the real estate, PAL®, and hybrid development sectors, and we are confident that these complexes with Grupo ECIPSA will be as well. Orlando is one of the most interesting and attractive markets for Crystal Lagoons, given its millions of annual visitors, lack of beaches, and its focus on the world of entertainment, which aligns perfectly with our PAL® concept,” explains Iván Manzur, Vice President of Sales at Crystal Lagoons US Corp.

PAL® projects

PAL® projects, accessible to all through ticketed entry, have the unique appeal of bringing idyllic beach life steps away from homes in the middle of the city while also offering event spaces with unparalleled scenic beauty, thanks to its large turquoise crystalline lagoon surrounded by white sandy beaches, which are illuminated at night, creating a magical ambiance. The infrastructure includes terraces, amphitheaters, domes, esplanades, commercial areas, and entertainment spaces.

This Master Agreement adds to the multinational innovation company’s other agreements in the U.S. in states such as:

North and South Carolina
Georgia
Texas

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07-02-2025