Construction to start in Turkey
Both the main contracts are now in place for construction to commence at the Kargi power plant, Statkraft’s second hydropower plant in Turkey. The facility will generate 470 GWh of eco-friendly energy annually, enough to supply 150,000 Turkish households.
Parliament adopted strengthened equity for Statkraft
On Wednesday 15 December, the Norwegian parliament, the Storting, decided to strengthen Statkraft’s equity with NOK 14 billion.
Statkraft saving energy
The Aura power plant at Sunndalsøra is one of the first power plants where Statkraft has implemented new energy-saving methods. The result is simply lower power consumption.
Good offshore wind solutions wanted
Statkraft is participating in an international joint venture to develop new technological solutions for offshore wind energy. A competition to ease access to offshore wind farms has now been announced. The goal is to cut major costs during challenging offshore operations.
Two PPAs signed in the UK
Statkraft has entered into long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with two independently owned wind farms in Scotland and Wales.
Statkraft’s first plant in Turkey opened
The Cakit hydropower plant was officially opened by Turkey’s energy minister, Taner Yildiz. Statkraft has plans for more hydropower in Turkey.
Facilitating talents
Through the Young Star project, Statkraft is facilitating the emergence of future talents of the Tora Berger’s, Ole Einar Bjørndalen’s and Emil Hegle Svendsen’s calibre.
Stoltenberg visits Sima
Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg visited Hardanger and the Sima hydropower plant on Monday for a tour of the facility.
The UK is the world’s largest offshore wind energy nation
The UK has now developed more offshore wind energy than the rest of the world combined. In 2013, Britain will produce more electricity from renewable energy than from nuclear power – and Statkraft is contributing to this.
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.
British Energy Minister met with Statkraft CEO
Charles Hendry, Britsh Minister of State for Energy and Climate, attended the ONS fair in Stavanger this week. During his visit, Mr. Hendry discussed the development of offshore wind energy in the UK, where Statkraft is very much involved. Mr. Hendry met with President and CEO Christian Rynning-Tønnesen, and gave a speech during Statkraft’s offshore wind energy seminar ”Pure energy for more people” on Wednesday 25 August.
SN Power launches new web pages
SN Power is launching new web pages. This is part of a new look, with a new logo and the same visual appearance in the countries where SN Power is represented.
Statkraft takes over Smøla II
On Wednesday, 25 August, Statkraft will take over operation of Stage II of the Smøla wind farm, which until now has been operated by Siemens. From this date, Statkraft will operate all 68 wind turbines in the Smøla wind farm.
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.
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.
