Without technology and the use of innovative solutions, Norway wouldn’t have become an energy nation. Technology and innovation made it all possible, along with people who dared to think outside the box, to adopt a long-term perspective and to see the bigger picture, solving seemingly impossible technological challenges.

If you haven’t heard the name Equinor, it is safe to say you might have been living under a rock. The international energy company born In Norway has 22 000 employees in 30 countries and energizes the lives of over 170 million people every day. Equinor has been solving challenges in the North Sea for over 50 years. Today, it is known as the largest supplier of energy to Europe, and as a true pioneer in renewables and low carbon solutions.

Equinor is a forward-thinking energy giant, working towards resolving what they call the energy trilemma; climate, affordability, and security. By 2050, the company aims to reach net zero emissions, creating value through opportunities provided by the energy transition.

“Impact Awards is a strong match with Equinor’s ambition to take on a leading role in the energy transition. A prerequisite to get there is to solve problems faster, accelerating the transition. We believe open approaches to innovation ecosystem collaboration is key, and our partnership with Innovation Dock includes the vision to create a prototype for that kind of collaboration. We aim to bridge the gap between big and small players in the ecosystem, foreseeing a new industry transformation scaled from a new generation of suppliers.”

– Kjell Morten Sviland, Project Leader