In January, Nordic Energy Research will host two side events during Arctic Frontiers, Norway’s largest conference for the Arctic and High North. The conference gathers people from academia, politics, government, and business to discuss developments in the north, and we are looking forward to giving and gaining insights into Nordic-Arctic energy research and cooperation live on-site in Tromsø.

Building Sustainable Energy Futures for Arctic Communities

📅 Monday, 27 January at 15:30
📍 Clarion Hotel the Edge: Arbeidskontoret 2

Join us in constructive dialogue on how to break down silos and enable a sustainable energy transition in the Arctic, built in favour of the Arctic environment and communities!

The Arctic region experiences unique challenges and opportunities when it comes to achieving sustainable energy that provides a just and secure future for its communities. The region stands in the forefront of climate changes and possesses unique cultural capital and deep connections to nature. Hence, a sustainable energy transition must co-exist with nature and the values of local communities. 

An inspiring number of initiatives and projects are undertaken in Nordic and Arctic countries, which bring different contributions to the common objective of accelerating the transition to green energy. 

This event will provide favourable conditions for Arctic and Nordic energy stakeholders across sectors to discuss technical solutions, community engagement, business model frameworks, and environmentally friendly solutions. How can these solutions drive a green transition in the Arctic in ways that are socially sustainable, self-sufficient, attractive for investments, and potentially capable of exporting clean energy to other regions?

Speakers:

  • Kjell Giæver, CEO, Arctic Energy Partners
  • Tom Wills, Voar Energy
  • Greg Poelzer, Professor, Saskatchewan University
  • Halla Nolsøe Poulsen, Director, NORA
  • Michael Ross, Industrial Research Chair, Northern Energy Innovation, Yukon University
  • Moderator: Ditte Stougaard Stiler, Adviser, Nordic Energy Research

More speakers to be announced.

Questions? Please contact Ditte Stougaard Stiler.

Arctic Hydrogen: Nordic Solutions to Common Challenges

📅 Thursday, 30 January at 13:30
📍 Clarion Hotel the Edge: Arbeidskontoret 2

What are the key challenges to hydrogen initiatives in the Arctic, and what are the solutions? This event, co-organised by Nordic Energy Research and Fridtjof Nansen Institute, will explore how we can overcome barriers for clean hydrogen development together, how to advance clean hydrogen development, and what this could mean for the Nordic-Arctic region.

Using examples like the Narvik–Luleå corridor and Sweden’s Hybrit project, speakers will outline the current state of hydrogen projects in the North. Discussions will also address the EU’s hydrogen strategy and how Nordic cooperation can drive innovation and sustainable development.

Panelists from industry, research, and policymaking panelists will discuss challenges such as regulation, infrastructure, and market creation.

Participants will have the chance to engage in a Q&A session, exploring practical solutions for building a hydrogen value chain in the Arctic.

The event provides insights into ongoing projects and encourages discussion on the Arctic’s role in the green transition.

Speakers:

  • Per Ove Eikeland, Senior Research Fellow, Fridtjof Nansen Institute
  • Ole Aune Ødegård, Adviser, Nordic Energy Research
  • Mads Qvist Frederiksen, Director, Arctic Economic Council
  • Carina Sammeli, Mayor of Luleå, Sweden
  • Ari Alatossava, Mayor of Oulu, Finland
  • Mox Murugan, Business Development Director, Hydrogen, Nordion Energi
  • Edina Ringdal Wickholm, Director of Decarbonization Policy and Partnerships, Yara
  • Moderator: Ruth Astrid Sæter

Questions? Please contact Ole Aune Ødegård.