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17.09.2024

Increased Demand for Dam Safety Expertise – NGI Establishes a Dedicated Department for Dam Safety

Climate change, high safety requirements, new knowledge, and a backlog in maintenance mean that many dams, both domestically and internationally, need new safety assessments and upgrades. NGI – the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute has now established a dedicated department for dam safety.

16.09.2024

Which Water-Soluble Environmental Pollutants Should We Prioritize for Removal from Nature?

Thousands of persistent and water-soluble environmental pollutants have been spread through food, drink, surfaces, air, and water. To remove these pollutants—where should we begin? The EU-funded research project ZeroPM is addressing this prioritization debate.

13.09.2024

A climate-induced landslide in Greenland was detected by seismic monitoring stations around the world

"The landslide created a 200-meter-high tsunami that sloshed back and forth in the narrow fjord for nine days," explains Finn Løvholt from NGI – the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute.

16.08.2024

CICERO Joins Campus Ullevål

"We are very pleased that CICERO has chosen Campus Ullevål as its future location from June 2026. Their presence will strengthen the research environment in the building and contribute to increased knowledge sharing and collaboration in the fields of climate, environment, and societal security," says Lars Andresen, Managing Director at NGI.

04.07.2024

More Funding Needed for Natural Hazard Research

The recent parliamentary report on floods and landslides aptly describes the seriousness of the challenges Norway faces related to natural hazards and disaster prevention. However, the report lacks binding measures, including those for research.

10.06.2024

Overview of NGI's Events at Arendalsuka 2024

On Monday, August 12, NGI will host two events at Arendal Old Town Hall.

06.06.2024

New research center dedicated to the realisation of gigatonne CCS

In April, The Research Council of Norway announced funding of 180 MNOK for gigaCCS, a new research center on carbon capture, transport, and storage (CCS) in Norway.

23.05.2024

Together to Climate-Proof Norway

How can we prepare Norway for future extreme weather? The National Conference on Climate Adaptation brought together 300 participants from various sectors and disciplines to find solutions.

16.05.2024

Necessary digital shift in the construction and civil engineering industry

Norway is lagging far behind in the digital shift in the construction and civil engineering industry. Lack of expertise and data is the biggest obstacle. Several initiatives, such as new digital solutions for the geo industry and internal learning cultures, are now changing the construction and civil engineering industry. The winners are climate and environment, economy, and societal security.