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NIVA leads EU project for sustainable energy development at sea.
NiD4OCEAN is a pioneering EU project that combines the development of offshore renewable energy with the protection of marine biodiversity.
We need a better definition of nature positivity
Nature positivity is a popular buzz word for those engaged in the offshore wind industry. But a recent study concludes that a scientific definition of what it really means, is missing.
Projects (9)
Assessment of the effects of offshore wind on seabed communities and habitats
The project will develop knowledge about the potential for ecological effects of offshore wind on benthic habitats in 17 areas identified by NVE.
Can marine biological concrete promote marine life in offshore wind farms?
Artificial underwater structures often serve an important societal function but can have negative impacts on biodiversity by providing surfaces for colonizing benthic species that are significantly different from those found in natural habitats. The main objective of this project is to conduct a pilot study to test the potential of different materials for the re-establishment of marine life. We have chosen to focus on the quality of concrete (pH and porosity) in this project.
Co-existence and nature positive approaches for offshore wind power development
Summarizing knowledge on co-existence and nature-positive approaches in the offshore wind industry.
CrossGov
NIVA is leading this comprehensive EU project that will examine the interaction between all European regulations that affect the marine and coastal environment.
NiD4OCEAN
NiD4OCEAN (Nature-inclusive Designs For Reconciling Offshore Renewables With Ocean Protection) is an EU-funded project that advances the knowledge on nature-inclusive designs and their potential innovative solutions to support both sustainable offshore energy development and biodiversity goals.
Oceans Pact
The Norwegian part of the project, coordinated by UiT The Arctic University of Norway and implemented in collaboration with NIVA, explored conflicts related to offshore wind, offshore aquaculture, and oil and gas activities.
ProWind
ProWind, aims to strengthen Norway’s role in offshore wind and establish a unique national infrastructure for research dedicated to offshore wind. In this NGI led project, the NIVA group will lead the work to develop (and make available for rent) state-of-the-art monitoring technologies for offshore wind focusing on acoustic, visual and oceanographic sensors.
The potential of offshore wind farms to spread marine alien species: A Norwegian case study and review of current evidence
NIVA have conducted a literature review to summarise the risks of alien marine species being spread by offshore wind activities.
Water Column Monitoring
As part of the monitoring of the water column along the west coast of Norway, NIVA investigated the extent to which the artificial reefs adjacent to the offshore energy facilities affected the availability of food for three types of cod fish - saithe, ling and tusk.