Statkraft's Shift Towards Renewable Energy Dominance in Europe and Beyond
Key Ideas
  • Statkraft's investment strategy prioritizes Norwegian hydropower, European solar, wind, and battery projects while exploring opportunities in offshore wind and hydrogen.
  • The company plans to divest from district heating, seek investors for biofuels and EV charging companies, and focus on value-creating opportunities in renewable energy.
  • Statkraft aims to become Europe's largest hydropower company, develop significant solar, wind, and battery storage capacities, and lead in the market solutions for energy efficiency.
  • The refreshed strategy includes targets to deliver 1-2 GW of green hydrogen by 2035 alongside other ambitious renewable energy goals.
Statkraft, a leading renewable energy company, has revised its investment strategy to enhance focus on Norwegian hydropower, European solar, wind, and battery projects. While continuing to explore opportunities in offshore wind and hydrogen, Statkraft plans to divest its district heating business and seek investors for its biofuels and EV charging companies. President and CEO Birgitte Ringstad Vartdal highlighted the company's competitive advantages and value creation in the renewable energy sector. With a significant portfolio of power plants and development projects, Statkraft aims to make substantial investments, including a record-high amount in 2024. The refreshed strategy emphasizes prioritizing core businesses like hydropower, increasing capacities through major projects, developing solar, wind, and battery storage, and supporting energy market efficiency. Moreover, Statkraft plans to lead in green hydrogen production with a target of delivering 1-2 GW by 2035. The company's strategic shift positions it well to capitalize on the growing renewable energy market and contribute to the global transition towards sustainable energy sources.
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