Hydro Rein

Happy Women’s Day 🥳

Hydro Rein's CFO Astrid A. V. Martinsen shared insights and reflections at the SpareBank 1 Markets AS Energy Conference in Oslo this week! 🌟 Astrid spoke about our vision to become the leading supplier of renewable energy solutions for industrial clients. She highlighted the importance of new renewable power not only to enable decarbonization, but also as critical input factor for industry that depends on access to reliable and affordable energy. The conference has a focus on the Nordic energy markets, and even though the sector is facing some challenges right now, the fundamentals remain strong: 📈 Growing demand for power 🌬️🌞 Onshore wind and solar are the most cost-effective energy sources 🔌 The Nordic power market is integrated, robust, and efficient ✨ Lots of opportunities out there Astrid was in great company, sharing the stage with other prominent leaders in the Nordic renewables industry, including Daniel Fitzgerald at Orrön Energy, Martin Graa Jennum at European Energy, Anders Lenborg and Ingrid Bjørdal at Cloudberry Clean Energy, Peter Zachrisson at SR Energy and Per-Erik Eriksson at Arise AB. Special thanks to SpareBank 1 Markets AS for hosting the conference and Eirik Borstad Lilledahl for moderating the panel talk! We're committed to leading the way in renewable energy and are excited about what's ahead!

👋 We had an awesome time showing Minister Alexandre Silveira around our new Vista Alegre solar complex in Minas Gerais this week! Minas Gerais, with its vast lands and abundant sunshine, has become a prime location for solar power. In 2024, the state led Brazil in renewable energy growth, adding 3.2 GW to the grid, highlighting its potential and commitment to clean energy. Vista Alegre highlights: ▪️Capacity: 902 MWp ⚡ ▪️Annual generation: 2 TWh (enough for a city of ~3 million people) 🌍 ▪️CO2 reduction: 154,000 tons/year 🌱 ▪️Records: Largest single-phase solar project in Brazil; Most solar modules installed in one day (38,398 panels) 🏆 ▪️Partners: Atlas Renewable Energy and Albras 🤝 Marcela Jacob, MBA, MSc, Head of Hydro Rein Brazil, emphasized our commitment to decarbonizing industries, creating jobs, and fostering local development. Through the "We are part of the same energy" program, led by Atlas Renewable Energy, 422 women were trained to boost female participation in renewable energy projects 👩🔧👩🏭 Powering progress, one gigawatt at a time! 🌞 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dHnNZJZD

Let there be light! 💡 Hydro Rein has successfully led an energy efficiency project, including a major lighting upgrade at Hydro Sunndal, Norway's largest aluminium smelter and electricity consumer. By replacing outdated incandescent lamps with smart LED bulbs in one of the electrolysis halls, the plant will save approximately 1 GWh of electricity annually! Our dedicated Energy Solutions team spearheaded this project, reducing electricity consumption by 70% while providing 3-6 times higher brightness. Beyond the energy savings, the upgraded lighting: 👀 Improves visibility 🔧 Reduces maintenance needs 🦺 Enhances workplace safety by minimizing risks associated with poor illumination "This initiative exemplifies how economic and environmental goals can align. Norwegian industrial companies have substantial opportunities to save energy, and this project showcases the impact of investing in energy efficiency and workplace improvements," says Marianne Wergeland Jenssen, Head of Energy Solutions for Industry at Hydro Rein. We are proud to lead by example in promoting innovative solutions that benefit both the industry and the environment! Read more at hydrorein.com 👉 https://lnkd.in/dK9mH9Zz

🌞 Exciting news! 🌞 We are thrilled to announce that Hydro Rein is acquiring a stake in Brazil's largest single-phase solar complex, Vista Alegre. This strategic investment will significantly strengthen our operational renewable energy portfolio and will also contribute to industrial decarbonization through a 21-year power purchase agreement signed with Brazil's largest aluminum producer, Albras. Vista Alegre began full commercial operations in early December 2024. With a capacity of 902 MWp and an expected annual production of 2 TWh, Vista Alegre represents a monumental step towards a sustainable future. We are proud to be part of this transformative project in Brazil's renewable energy landscape! With the transaction finalized, Hydro Rein now holds a 20% stake in Vista Alegre, while Atlas Renewable Energy remains as the majority shareholder and Albras completes the ownership. More in the press release 👉 https://lnkd.in/dctMvBCF

🚀 Join Hydro Rein as Senior Commercial Manager! 🚀 We're hiring to expand renewable energy projects across Europe. Lead business development in new markets, build partnerships, and drive the clean energy transition. Why join us? ✅ Shape large-scale renewable projects ✅ Work in a dynamic, international team ✅ Advance your career in sustainability 📍 Location: The Hague, Netherlands 💼 Experience: 5–10 years in renewables 📩 Apply now and help power a greener future! Read more and apply 👉 https://lnkd.in/dDWhhP-8

It's time to take emissions out of industry – and we're running fast in Brazil! 🌎🌞⚡ Norsk Hydro just launched two electric boilers at Alunorte, cutting up to 550,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually. This milestone shows what's possible when clean energy powers energy-intensive industries. The energy will come from solar and wind, and Alunorte has signed long-term power purchase contracts with Mendubim solar plant and Ventos de São Zacarias wind farm, developed and owned by Hydro Rein and our partners. By delivering renewable power safely and sustainably, we're enabling industries to decarbonize responsibly. The race to net zero is on – and we're all in 🏃➡️🏃♀️➡️ Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dEZJ8ymk

Happy Holidays from Hydro Rein! 🎄☃️⭐ As 2024 draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect on a year of progress, partnerships, and purpose. Together, we've advanced our mission to decarbonize industry through renewable energy, making significant strides in our key markets: Norway, Sweden, Germany, and Brazil 🌍 This year, we: ✅ Achieved major milestones in key projects like Mendubim in Brazil, Stor-Skälsjön in Sweden, and solar rooftops and battery solutions in Germany. 💼 Welcomed incredible new colleagues who share our vision for a greener future. 🤝 Strengthened our ownership structure with Macquarie Asset Management joining Norsk Hydro as co-owners of Hydro Rein—amplifying our ability to scale and accelerate the clean energy transition. 🌍 Celebrated partnerships that strengthen our ability to drive meaningful change. 🌱 Engaged with local communities through sustainability programs and education initiatives. None of this would have been possible without our dedicated team, valued partners, and supportive stakeholders. Thank you for being part of the journey! Wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a bright, sustainable New Year! 🎁✨

We're so proud of our colleague Daniela Nukushina who has been recognized as one of Norway's top 10 economy talents by Norway's largest digital finance and business newspaper E24.no! 🤩 This prestigious acknowledgment highlights Daniela's exceptional contributions, leadership, and commitment to driving sustainable solutions in the renewable energy sector. Since 2022, Daniela has been working on Hydro Rein's investment decisions, mergers, acquisitions, and project financing activities, contributing to building a portfolio of wind and solar energy projects. Previously, Daniela worked at the startup Lithium Werks and in the KPMG Deal Advisory department in #Portugal. Daniela is half Portuguese and half Japanese, and grew up in Lisbon. She holds a bachelor's degree in Economics and a master's degree in Finance from Nova School of Business and Economics in Lisbon 👩🎓 She has recently completed Level II of the CFA Program (Chartered Financial Analyst). At Hydro Rein, we are proud to have a team filled with innovative and dedicated professionals who inspire us every day. Congratulations, Daniela! We're excited to see how you continue to shape the future of renewable energy 🌍⚡ Big shoutout also to our colleague in Hydro Energy Gurpinder Kaur Ramana who has been awarded top 10 talent in the category of Organizational Developer 🥳 Read more (Norwegian only): https://lnkd.in/daHgc-p5

Connecting communities through clean energy 💚   Last week, a group of colleagues visited our the Ventos de São Zacarias wind farm complex in Northern Brazil, a project that we’re really proud of. Led by Felipe and the onsite project team, they got a firsthand look at how this wind farm is shaping the region – not just through sustainable energy production, but also by creating economic opportunities. But what truly stole the show? A friendly game of football with children from local municipal schools of Simões, Santa Isabel and Érico Veríssimo on a sports court built by the project 🎉⚽ The sports court construction is one of the compensation measures arising from the FPIC process with local traditional communities. These moments are a powerful reminder that renewable energy is about so much more than clean power – it’s about empowering people and building a brighter future for all. Supporting initiatives like education and sports allows us to leave a lasting, positive impact on the communities we serve. Thank you to the local community for your warm welcome and to our team for embodying our mission of sustainability and social impact! A special thanks goes to Larissa, E&S director at Ventos de São Zacarias, for organizing the sessions with the community and the Hydro Rein team. #Brazil #RenewableEnergy #People