The Earth is getting warmer. We’re all aware of it, and we’re also aware that there is no simple solution to be found. The solution is a range of measures; an energy technology revolution. DNV is engaged in most parts of this revolution.
First of all, we have to use energy more efficiently. The International Energy Agency suggests that end-user efficiency could potentially account for 40% of CO2 reductions. DNV is involved in energy efficiency throughout its service range. For instance we’re working to make shipping more energy efficient, covering aspects ranging from low-resistance coating research to total energy management. Through our environmental management system certification services, we assist industry worldwide, across all sectors, in using energy more efficiently.
However, energy efficiency alone is not enough. We also need extensive research and development of renewable energy. All renewable energy sources will play an important part in the final solution. In DNV, we have defined a few areas on which to focus our efforts. Wind technology is evolving and investors are open to the idea of being wind farmers. We are helping the wind industry to manage risk throughout the lifecycle of their projects. More than 15 years’ experience of wind turbine certification makes DNV one of the wind industry’s pioneers. More and more wind farms are now situated offshore, giving DNV the opportunity to combine its technical skills to provide unique services. This also goes for the many concepts that are proposed for utilising wave and tidal energy.
But even with full-speed ahead in both the efficiency and renewable directions, this will still not be enough. For this reason, huge investments are being made to develop technology for the capture and long-term safe storage of CO2. Upcoming carbon capture and storage projects will need a range of established DNV services, and we’re already in full swing preparing for this opportunity.
In addition to all these efforts, green development mechanisms, including quota trading, have been defined under the EU Emissions trading scheme, Kyoto Protocol and in voluntary schemes to ensure
the quality and speed of implementation worldwide. DNV has been involved in this field since 1997, and
is today a world leading climate project verifier.
The final carbon solution is made up of an array of solutions, and a lot of small steps have to be taken
to achieve the ambition. DNV is involved in many of these steps, striking a balance between business and society. We’re proud to play our part in the solution.
