Case
Mapping Renewable Energy for a Sustainable Future with Vestland Fylkeskommune
How can Vestland Fylkeskommune determine the most sustainable energy mix by comparing renewable energy sources based on lifecycle emissions, land use, and energy output?
Challenge
Vestland Fylkeskommune faced an urgent need for detailed insights into renewable energy sources to address the region's strained energy situation and meet growing demands for green industrial development.
“To achieve the desired growth in green industry, we need more knowledge about renewable energy sources,”
Discover how Vestland is shaping its renewable energy future with insights from Tor Martin Misund.
Solution
Terravera partnered with Vestland Fylkeskommune to create dynamic models for six key renewable energy sources: wind, solar, hydro, bioenergy, thermal, and ocean energy. These models provide:
Lifecycle Emission Data: Detailed CO2 emissions per kWh for each energy source.
Land Use Analysis: Quantified land requirements for energy production.
Standardized Indicators: Tools to enable intuitive comparisons between energy sources.
The process began with developing lifecycle analyses for wind energy, mapping the entire value chain from raw material extraction to energy production. This methodology was then applied to other energy sources. Using dynamic datasets, these models serve as an adaptable knowledge base for future decision-making on sustainable energy production.
Key Highlights
Regional Impact: Supported Vestland Fylkeskommune's “Regional Plan for Renewable Energy” by delivering actionable insights to balance energy needs with environmental impact.
Scalable Models: Developed data-driven tools to integrate new energy technologies and adapt to evolving sustainability standards.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Worked with local stakeholders to ensure alignment with sustainability and industrial goals.
"Det Skjer" is a supplement in Dagens Næringsliv, produced by Bergen Chamber of Commerce. Here, you can read an article featuring an interview with Tor Martin Misund and Erik Fossum Færevaag. Click here to read the article.
“The collaboration with Terravera has given us the insights we need to plan the future of renewable energy in Vestland. Their models are critical for balancing energy demands with environmental impact.”
This collaboration positions Vestland Fylkeskommune as a leader in regional renewable energy planning, showcasing how data-driven solutions can guide impactful sustainability strategies.
Results
Provided a comprehensive comparison of renewable energy sources.
Supported strategic decisions to optimize energy production with minimal environmental impact.
Established a knowledge framework for future green industrial growth in Vestland.
