Clean Energy

With increasing environmental concerns and regulations, rising oil prices, and escalating energy demands, the development of alternative energy sources and the reduction of CO2 emissions from existing energy sources is becoming more and more important. The transportation infrastructure for alternative fuels, such as ethanol, and for the underground storage of CO2 from point emitters is a critical component of this strategy. DNV has designed a range of services which enable the various stakeholders in the energy industry to examine the reliability, safety and cost effectiveness of transporting alternative fuels and CO2.

DNV is playing a central role in identifying integrity issues in the pipeline transportation of biofuels, addressing ways to mitigate adverse effects on materials of construction, and developing methodologies to manage risk related to public safety, environment, and industry investments. We are also working closely with end-users on the safety of pipelines that transport dense phase CO2 from carbon capture plants to storage sites.

DNV provides a vast range of services for developers, manufacturers and financiers investing in alternative energy services, which provide a clear overview of the risks and opportunities associated with a specific venture. Our services cover the entire life-cycle of a project:

• Project risk management services
• Second and third-party independent verification services for all design and project phases
• Qualification of new technologies
• Laboratory research and testing