About us

Energy Transition Norway is an energy transition cluster based in Stavanger, the energy capital of Norway. We bring world-leading expertise and technology environments together to increase the pace of innovation in the energy transition.​

About Energy Transition NorwayEnergy Transition Norway (ETN) is an industry-driven energy cluster bringing together more than 160 members and partners, including energy operators, suppliers, startups, investors, research institutions and public authorities. Our network spans the entire energy value chain, connecting established industries with emerging technologies and new business opportunities.

We work across a broad range of energy technologies, including offshore wind, solar and wave power, hydrogen, geothermal energy, carbon capture and storage (CCS), batteries, and plug and abandonment (P&A). By connecting expertise across industries, we support the development of new energy solutions while helping existing industries reduce emissions and adapt to the energy transition.

‍Our mission is to accelerate innovation through collaboration. We provide arenas for networking, knowledge sharing and technology transfer, enabling companies to explore opportunities and develop solutions beyond their traditional networks.

At the core of our activities is our Technical Committee, where major energy operators on the Norwegian Continental Shelf meet quarterly to evaluate innovative project proposals from our members. This gives technology developers and entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to present their solutions directly to potential end-users and decision-makers.

Once a project is endorsed, ETN actively supports its development by connecting relevant partners, facilitating collaboration and identifying funding opportunities. Through this approach, we help turn promising ideas into industry-driven projects that reduce emissions, create business opportunities and strengthen the competitiveness of Norwegian energy industries.

Energy Transition Norway is part of Energy Cluster Norway (ECN), a national initiative bringing together three leading Norwegian energy clusters: Energy Transition Norway, GCE Ocean Technology and Energy Valley.

Together, we aim to accelerate innovation and collaboration across industries, strengthen energy security, develop new value chains and position Norwegian technology and expertise internationally.

Throughout 2026, the three clusters continue to operate independently under the shared ECN umbrella, with a formal merger into one national energy cluster planned for 2027.

‍For our members, this means access to a broader national network, new collaboration opportunities and stronger connections across the entire energy value chain.

Management

The management team coordinate projects, partnerships, and events to advance sustainable energy solutions and drive real-world impact through interdisciplinary work. With deep industry insight and a commitment to collaboration, the team ensures ETN remains a dynamic platform for innovation and progress.
Egil Aanestad
Managing Director
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Kristoffer W. Moldekleiv
EU Advisor
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Karianne Skjæveland
Communication Manager
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Margie Gonzalez
Innovation Advisor & Project Coordinator
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Hege E. Anglevik
Members and Events Manager
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Kjell Erik Drevdal
Project Manager
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Tim Croucher
Project Manager
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David Gardner
Project Manager
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Board of Directors

ETN’s Board of Directors oversees the strategic direction and governance of the organization. Representing a range of industry sectors and academic institutions, the board ensures ETN’s long-term goals are aligned with its mission to promote a sustainable and innovative energy future. Their leadership guides ETN in shaping the national and international energy agenda.
Ståle Tungesvik
Vice President Safety, Security and Sustainability
Equinor
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Tor Arnesen
Chairman
ETN Board of directors
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Atle Rettedal
VP Technology and Innovation
Vår Energi
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Frank Emil Moen
CEO
Energy Innovation
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Tom Huuse
Managing Director, Norway and Enterprise Growth Leader for Northern Europe
Baker Hughes
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Anne Cathrin Østebø
CEO
Validé
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Lars Helge Helvig
Founder and working chairman
Valinor
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Maren Stangeland
Investment Manager
Nysnø Climate Investments
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Leif Johan Sevland
President & CEO
ONS
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Anders Dirdal
Key Account Manager
Siemens Energy AS
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Lars Raunholt
CEO
RA Wind
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Lars Gjerdåker
Business Opportunity Manager
Norske Shell
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Aina Berg
Acting EVP Energy & Technology
NORCE
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Technical Committee

ETN’s Technical Committee brings together major energy companies to evaluate new technologies that support the energy transition and contribute to reduced carbon emissions. Meeting quarterly, the committee reviews proposals from ETN members and may choose to support projects that align with their strategic goals. If at least one company commits, the project becomes a cluster project—where ETN provides active support and helps secure financing. This process connects innovators directly with end-users, accelerating the path from idea to implementation.
Jan Thore Bronken
Chapter Lead Mechanical&Civil
Norske Shell
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Peter Bormann
Innovation & Technology Manager
ConocoPhillips
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Oddvar Skjæveland
Leader Technical Committee
NORCE
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Torill Dyngeland
D&W Manager – Technology
AkerBP
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Øyvind Aasarød
Senior Process Engineer
Repsol Norge AS
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Odd Egil Haug
Business Transformation Manager - Technology
AkerBP
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Kjetil Skaugset
Renewables
Equinor
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Pål Viggo Hemmingsen
O&G
Equinor
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Johan Kverneland
O&G
TotalEnergies
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Grethe Kjeilen-Eilertsen
Renewables
TotalEnergies
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Eirik Sønneland
O&G / Renewables
Validé
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Susannah Widmer
O&G / Renewables
Vår Energi
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Advisory board

The Advisory Board provides strategic counsel to ETN, offering insights on policy, market trends, and stakeholder engagement. With members from government, academia, and industry, the board plays a key role in shaping ETN’s initiatives and enhancing the organization’s influence in the broader energy landscape.
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Kari Holmefjord Vervik
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Sigve Klepsvik
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Monica Ovesen
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Øystein L. Hansen
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Gyri Haave Nilsen
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Benedicte Solaas
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Odd Tjelta
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Harald Minge
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Sigurd Ur
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Stephen Pattie
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Anne Woie
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Troels G. Jacobsen

Young professionals board

The Young Professionals Board represents the next generation of leaders in the energy transition. This group of emerging talents brings fresh perspectives, promotes diversity, and supports initiatives that engage students and early-career professionals in ETN’s mission. Their voice ensures that innovation and inclusivity remain central to our future.
Ugur Akin
student in the Sustainability Studies department
University of Stavanger
Dilhani Kaushalya Jayawickrama
Master's student in Data Science
University of Stavanger
Olha Topchyi
Master student in Sustainability Studies
University of Stavanger
Jeanette Christiansen
Master student in Energy, environment and society
University of Stavanger
Ondrej Pragr
Technical Assistant
ScanTech
Kristina Smolaniukova
Digital Application Manager (SAP)
Aker BP
Rafael Rosales
Researcher
NORCE
Ola Reinseth
Graduate - Supply chain
Equinor
Yulia Abidova
Master student in Energy, environment and society
University of Stavanger