Episode 1: Statsbygg CEO, Harald Nikolaisen
How the Norwegian State is making buildings produce more energy than they use.
Episode 1: Statsbygg CEO, Harald NikolaisenSchneider Electric podcasts
Episode 1: Statsbygg
Make new buildings produce more energy than they consume. Statsbygg, the Norwegian government’s developer, aims for this ambitious goal by 2050. The agency redefines the construction landscape, committing to reduce emissions by 25% for all new projects. They embrace cutting-edge technologies like digital twins, AI, and drones for enhanced inspections and maintenance.
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How do you build the university building of the future?
Webinar: Inside The Life Science Project
Statsbygg is behind the Life Science Project in Oslo – soon to become Norway’s largest university building and one of Europe’s most ambitious construction projects. In this webinar, you’ll gain insights into how smart methodology, digitalization, and modern building technology are shaping the framework for future learning and research.
Meet the experts:
- Sven Wertebach, Project Director, Statsbygg
- Bjørn-Erik Biman, Senior Project Manager, Schneider Electric
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What is the Statsbygg sustainability podcast?
The Statsbygg sustainability podcast is a featured segment within "The Great Switch," a podcast series that focuses on sustainable transformation. In the first episode, the CEO of Statsbygg, Harald Nikolaisen, shares insights on how the Norwegian State is aiming to achieve energy-positive buildings by 2050. This ambitious initiative involves making new buildings produce more energy than they consume, while also committing to a 25% reduction in emissions for all new construction projects.