NZEP-konferansen og Energy Globe World Awards

Britannia Hotel, Trondheim, 25. januar 2024

NZEP står for “Net Zero Energy and Prosperity” (klimanøytral energi og velferd), og er et 4-årig program startet av Norsk bærekraftsenter og United Cities i 2022 for å svare på energibehovet i utvalgte byer, både i Norden og i Midt-Østen og Nord-Afrika. Det unike med NZEP-programmet er den helhetlige tilnærmingen, der lokale mål og behov kobles til bærekraftige løsninger og investeringer. I 2023 har NZEP mottatt støtte fra Innovasjon Norge (High Potential Opportunities Programmet), som blant annet har gjort det mulig å etablere et nytt finansforum. Gjennom en publikasjon om “Green Industrial Cities” (GICs)  har finansforumet lagt det faglige grunnlaget for NZEP-konferansen, som i år tar for seg metoder, verktøy og eksempler på steder som både klarer å tiltrekke seg investeringer, samtidig som de svarer på de langsiktige behovene til lokalbefolkningen.

2023 Energy Globe World Award Prize Winners

  • Earth: AMIDOUL Foundation (Algeria)

    The sustainable city in Ghardaïa, Algeria, is a groundbreaking model for addressing local challenges in arid regions. The AMIDOUL Foundation successfully created almost a thousand houses and a 6-hectare Eco Park to meet water demand and enhance climate resilience, using local materials and innovative construction methods. The participatory construction process, spanning seventeen years, transformed a rocky area into a sustainable city.

  • Fire: Hauwei Electric Power Digitalization (China)

    Huawei Electric Power Digitalization was honoured for the project "Net Zero Carbon Intelligent Campus" in Richmond, China. The 25.7-acre smart campus focuses on comprehensive energy networks, net-zero carbon energy supply, and cross-border model innovation. This project serves as a benchmark for contributing to carbon neutrality and developing sustainable, smart campuses globally.

  • Water: VA TECH WABAG (Austria)

    The VA TECH WABAG project in Saudi Arabia received recognition for the "Jubail Industrial City - Wastewater Treatment And Water Reclamation Plant." The state-of-the-art wastewater treatment and water reuse plant in Jubail supports the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 and sets an example for the successful implementation of advanced technologies.

  • Air: HELECTOR (Greece)

    HELECTOR from Greece was awarded for the "Landfill Gas Power Plant, Mavrorachi Site." The 3.52 MW landfill gas power plant effectively mitigates methane emissions and showcases the global potential of scalable waste-to-energy projects

  • Youth: Beach Buddies (Isle of Man)

    The "Beach Buddies" initiative by Incorporated Charity on the Isle of Man was recognized for combating beach pollution through cleanups, recycling, and educational programs. The campaign, covering 100 miles of coastline, aims to inspire global change and emphasizes the power of public engagement in addressing environmental challenges worldwide.

  • Overall Winner: Next Generation Oil (Malaysia)

    Next Generation Oil from Malaysia was named the overall winner for the "Algae Modular Automated Plantation" project. The A-MAP technology revolutionizes carbon-neutral algae oil production, offering a globally applicable solution with significant socio-economic benefits for Malaysia and potential replication worldwide.

Energy Globe World Awards.

Energy Globe samler og vurderer bærekraftige løsninger fra mer enn 180 land hvert år. De beste blir invitert til Energy Globe World Awards. Med tusenvis av prosjekter og løsninger i bakhånd, er det få praktiske bærekraftsproblemer som ikke har en løsning her. Derfor samarbeider Norsk Bærekraftsenter med teamet hos Energy Globe for å koble sammen behov og løsninger.