MPE and Statkraft launches energy report in Norway
The Minister of Petroleum and Energy, Terje Riis-Johansen, and Statkraft CEO, Christian Rynning-Tønnesen, hosted the Norwegian launch of the Energy Technology Perspectives 2010 report, showing scenarios and strategies for how the energy sector can meet the challenges posed by greenhouse gas emissions and energy supply reliability.
Young bearer of traditions presented with talent award
Trombone player and band leader Kristoffer Kompen was awarded this year’s Young Star scholarship of NOK 50,000. He was presented with the award during the Oslo Jazz Festival on Friday 20 August. The award is financed by Statkraft.
Salt in San Diego
This summer’s membrane conference in San Diego, held by Statkraft’s osmotic power team, was a huge success, with more than 100 participants from industry and research communities working to develop membranes for osmotic power and clean water production – and there was substantial interest in Statkraft’s experiences from the osmotic power plant at Tofte.
Statkraft Adventure Racing competes again
This year as in 2009, Statkraft is sponsoring a multisport team in Adventure Racing.
Successful open day at the Alltwalis wind farm
Last weekend, Statkraft invited the public to an open day at the Welsh wind farm. More than 1 100 locals showed up for a sunny day and activities for adults and children alike.
Membrane hunting in San Diego
Better membranes separating salt water and fresh water are the key to making osmotic power profitable. Statkraft continues its hunt at the membrane conference in San Diego this summer.
Future aspiring entrepreneurs won award for underground generator
Kongsvinger pupils Sigurd Lovisendal, Tina Lund Fjeld, Kristian Wangen and Fortlenda Hoti, won the ”Årets SMARTing” (SMARTy of the Year) award for most innovative idea within environment and clean energy with their underground generator.
First foundation installed at Sheringham Shoal
The first foundation for the 317MW Sheringham Shoal Offshore Wind Farm has now been installed on the wind farm site, off the coast of Norfolk in the UK.
SN Power Agrees to Develop Renewable Energy with IFC in Vietnam
SN Power and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have entered into a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to provide sustainable alternatives for meeting the growing demand for electricity in Vietnam through renewable energy generation.
Climate contest winners go to San Francisco
The winners of the youth contest The Fight are currently on a week-long study trip to San Francisco to learn more about green technology. Statkraft sponsors the trip and is also traveling with the winners.
Valuable wind
Ambitious climate goals, high goals for renewables, fear of a climate crisis and a desire for more ”green” jobs, form the foundation for broad, multi-party political support for offshore wind energy in the UK, writes Oluf Ulseth, Senior Vice President of European Affairs in Statkraft.
Sea eagle research at Smøla wind farm
(Oslo, 17 June 2010) Extensive research is being carried out at the Smøla wind farm to prevent sea eagles crashing from flying into wind turbines. So far this year, ten dead sea eagles have been recovered at the wind farm. The sea eagle population on Smøla is, however, robust and has increased since the construction of the wind farm.
"Italy - land of solar opportunities"
Matteo Neri, General Manager for Statkraft subsidiaries in Italy, has busy workdays traveling around the southern Italian regions of Puglia, Lazio, Molise and Sicily to identify and develop the best solar power project opportunities for Statkraft to invest in.
Christian Rynning-Tønnesen new CEO
Christian Rynning-Tønnesen has taken over as President and CEO of Statkraft.
Statkraft in Turkey
Statkraft invests in hydro power - also in Turkey. When Statkraft acquired 95 per cent of Turkey’s Yesil Enerji last year, the portfolio also included seven potential hydropower development projects.
Statkraft to spend SEK 60 million on Trosa district heating upgrade
(Trosa, 15 April 2010) Statkraft Värme AB will invest approx. SEK 60 million in an extensive rebuilding and upgrade of the Trosa district heating facility. The reason is that the existing facility is almost outdated, and that the company wants to ensure heating deliveries to existing and new customers for the future. Statkraft has noticed an increased interest in district heating as a reliable and eco-friendly source of heat.
Statkraft employee presented with this year’s Electric Power Award
Johan L. Amundsen has been presented with the 2009 Electric Power Award by the Norwegian National Committee of CIGRÉ for his work with, and knowledge of, generators. The award is highly recognised amongst hydropower experts. “This is an important acknowledgment and a great honour,” Amundsen says.
Asbjørn Grundt appointed Executive Vice President
As of 1 April 2010, Asbjørn Grundt will be appointed Executive Vice President and a member of the Executive Management Team in Statkraft.
New format for the 2009 annual report
Statkraft published its 2009 annual report today. This year’s edition had been specially designed for online publication.
Executive Vice President Jørgen Kildahl to leave Statkraft
Jørgen Kildahl has resigned from his position as Executive Vice President of Statkraft, where he has worked for the past 11 years. Since December 2001, Kildahl has been part of the executive group management, where he has been in charge of market operations and the operation of the group’s European energy facilities.
Statkraft visits Downing Street
On Monday evening, Statkraft’s Oluf Ulseth met with British Prime Minister Gordon Brown at 10 Downing Street to discuss British energy policy. Statkraft was the sole Norwegian representative at the meeting.
SN Power's Totoral wind farm inaugurated today
SN Power inaugurated today its first wind farm, located outside the town of Canela, near 300 kilometers north of the Chilean capital Santiago. The Totoral wind farm is expected to generate an annual average of 110 GWh of electricity to the Chilean central grid, enough to fulfill the needs of around 50 000 Chilean households.
A fair wind for offshore wind farms
The world’s largest wind farm development, and an agreement to develop the biggest zone inside this development. Statkraft and Statoil were pleased to present great opportunities in the first working week of 2010.
