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1 PUBLIC SUPPORT SYSTEMS FOR NEW TECHNOLOGY Tor Mühlbradt, Innovation Norway August 9 th 2012 Photo: Heidi Widerø / Innovasjon Norway

2 NORWAY RENEWABLE GOALS: Leader in Green Energy Transition Efficient management of energy resources Reliable Energy and Power Supply Systems Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from transportation Become key supplier of environmental technologies Photo: Enova

3 PUBLIC SUPPORT Free trade and flow of goods and services EEA Agreement regulates the public support to industry and commerce. Norwegian Government allocate funding for public support and our access to EU grants Support Schemes from the Government include subsidies/grants, tax incentives, green certificates/feed-in tariffs, networks/clusters and advisory services Norwegian Public Support Agencies administer the funding based on EEA regulations and Government directions Renewable energy - high political priority Photo: Innovasjon Norway

4 Renewable energy PUBLIC SUPPORT FROM SEVERAL AGENCIES The Research Council of Norway Innovation Norway Enova Transnova SIVA Photo: Innovasjon Norway

5 THE RESEARCH COUNCIL OF NORWAY enhances Norway s knowledge base and promotes research and innovation in order to meet policy objectives and needs within society and industry. PHOTO: HEIDI WIDERØ Innovation Norway

6 INNOVATION NORWAY Innovation in Norwegian trade and industry Making Norwegian businesses competitive domestically and internationally Promoting the reputation of Norwegian businesses PHOTO: ANDERS GJENGEDAL/Innovation Norway

7 ENOVA initiates and promotes an environmentally friendly restructuring of energy end-use and energy production in Norway. PHOTO: Alf Ole Ask/ Innovation Norway

8 TRANSNOVA Reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation

9 SAME AMBITION - DIFFERENT GOALS business development international competitivness green energy transition New energy and environment solutions green transport solutions efficient management of Norwegian energy resources Photo: FORNAVN ETTERNAVN

10 WHAT DO WE OFFER? efficient management of Norwegian energy resources green energy transition business development international competitive edge green transport solutions

11 SO HOW DO I FIND MY WAY THRU THIS CAOS?

12 THE INNOVATION VALUE CHAIN

13 The Research Council of Norway can offer: Efficient management of energy resources Tax Break Green energy transitions Research Grants Grants for Skillsdevelopment Grants for Innovation Projects (Industry) Business development Green transport solutions

14 Innovation Norway can offer: Tax Break Efficient management of energy resources Environmental Technology Grant Green energy transitions Business development Development Grants Risk Loans Green transport solutions

15 Enova can offer: Efficient management of energy resources Green energy transitions Introduction of New Technology Green Certificates NVE Investment Funding Business development Green transport solutions

16 Transnova can offer: Efficient management of energy resources Green energy transitions Business development Green transport solutions Project Support and Investment Grants

17 WHERE TO APPLY FOR PROJECT FUNDING Tax Break Efficient management of energy resources Green energy transitions Environmental Technology Grant Introduction of New Technology Green Certificates NVE Investment Funding Business development Research Projects RP SPB IPB Development Grants Risk Loans Green transport solutions Project Support and Investment Grants

18 WHERE TO APPLY FOR CLUSTER/NETWORK FUNDING SIVA The Industrial Development Corporation of Norway Efficient management of energy resources Green energy transitions Business development Green transport solutions Norwegian Centres of Excellence in Research SFF Centres for energy-friendly Energy Research FME Program for regional R&D and Innovation VRI Cluster program - ARENA Norwegian Centres of Expertise NCE Company networks Infrastructure R&D parks Incubators Industrial parks

19 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND ADVISORY SERVICES Efficient management of energy resources Green energy transitions Business development Green transport solutions Infrastructure Information and guidance in EU research schemes Commersialization of research FORNY 2020 Entrepreneurship Schemes Business Models and Strategic Positioning Design Services IPR advisory services International business Trade offices serivces Trade fairs Business delegations EU support schemes advisory services Incubators Industrial parks

20 MNOK 2012 PUBLIC FUNDING IN ENERGI21 6 PRIORITIZED AREAS 90,0 80,0 70,0 60,0 50,0 40,0 30,0 20,0 10,0 - Tematiske satsinger - fordeling av offentlig støtte langs innvasjonskjeden Sol Offshore vind Balansekraft Smarte Energisystemer Lavtemearatur varme CCS FR IR ED DE MI

21 MOST PROJECTS WILL FIND FUNDING HERE: Efficient Management of Energy Resources Green Energy Transitions Business Development Green Transport Solutions PLEASE GET IN TOUCH! Photo: Yngve Ask/ Innovation Norway

22 CHAPDRIVE ChapDrive are developing a gearless drivetrain solution for wind turbines with low top weight and is now entering the stage of commercialization. The Norwegian Research Council, Innovation Norway and Enova have FORNYBAR ENERGI FRA VIND & HAV 22 supported ChapDrive with more than 3.2 million. ILLUSTRATION: CHAPDRIVE

23 SWAY TURBINE 10MW lightweight wind turbine Rotor diameter of 145 meters Sway has received 23 millions from The Research council, Enova and Innovation Norway FORNYBAR ENERGI FRA VIND & HAV 23 PHOTO: SWAY TURBINE

24 HYWIND The world s first full-scale floating wind turbine was installed by Statoil in Hywind is perfectly adapted to deep waters close to large power consumption regions worldwide. Next step is development of entire pilot parks. Enova SF granted 7.6 million in support for the Hywind pilot. FORNYBAR ENERGI FRA VIND & HAV 24 Illustration: Statoil

25 OWEC TOWER The only offshore wind turbine foundation based on the jacket principle already installed. The Research Council of Norway and Innovation Norway supported the company with more than 880,000. FORNYBAR ENERGI FRA VIND & HAV 25 PHOTO: SEMAR

26 ANGLE WIND Angle Wind develops a new generation drivetrain technology for large wind turbines. The drivetrain consists of an innovative gearbox and a corresponding transmission system for increased lifetime. The Research Council of Norway and Innovation Norway have supported the project with 1.65 million. FORNYBAR ENERGI FRA VIND & HAV 26 PHOTO: ANGLE WIND

27 BLAASTER Blaaster Wind Technologies is developing a direct-drive wind turbine concept that first will be realized in an onshore 3MW unit for all wind conditions. Innovation Norway and Enova have supported Blaaster with nearly 5 million. FORNYBAR ENERGI FRA VIND & HAV 27 ILLUSTRATION: BLAASTER WIND TECHNOLOGIES

28 TIDAL POWER Hammerfest Strøm: 300 kw Pilot turbine in Kvalsund, Finnmark Now ANDRITZ Hydro Hammerfest, 10 x 1 MW tidal turbines in Orkeny, Scotland Electrisity to 5000 households Funded by the Research Council, Innovation Norway and Enova Foto: Hammerfest Strøm

29 NOK 15,5 MILL IN ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLGY GRANTS FROM INNOVATION NORWAY TO FLUEMILLS «TIDAL HELIX SCREW»

30 NORSUN AS MONOCRYSTAL SILICON WAFER IN: 30 MNOK (2006) in start-up grants + 11,5 NOK (2012) in technology development grants RCN: 12 MNOK in R&D grants 30

31 PUBLIC SUPPORT IN SHORT Research Council of Norway support R&D activities going on at universities or R&D institutions Innovation Norway support innovation projects going on in enterprises Enova and Transnova support projects implementing solutions for reduced energy consumptions or greenhouse gas emissions 31

32 QUESTIONS? We give local ideas global opportunities Tor Mühlbradt

33 CONTACTS: Innovation Norway: Bergny Dahl Enova: Rune Holmen Transnova: Tom Nörbech Research Council: Hans Otto Haaland Marianne Tonning Kinnari Phone: Photo: Getty Images

34 Innovation projects for businesses - IPB Aims to facilitate private sector R&D activities within the field of green energy. Aims to facilitate green energy collaboration between Norwegian private sector and research environments. Up to 50% financing Industrial enterprises are eligible to apply. Main criteria: Innovative content Commercial upside for partners Realizing the innovation Research content R&D project quality Feasibility and follow-through R&D relevance for innovation. Photo: FORNAVN ETTERNAVN

35 Skills development projects for businesses - SPB Aims to promote business-targeted research education and long-term skills development in Norwegian research institutes, focusing on fields with significant development potential for private enterprise in Norway. 80% financing 20% cash contribution from business partners. Universities, colleges and research institutions are eligible to apply. Photo: FORNAVN ETTERNAVN

36 Research projects - RP Aims to contribute to scientific innovation and subject development, and deliver new insights regarding challenges facing the community. Universities, colleges and research institutions are eligible to apply. 100% financing Photo: FORNAVN ETTERNAVN

37 Tax Break The Treasure Chest scheme grants tax deductions to businesses on costs related to R&D work in approved projects. Companies that are not presently in a tax position are also eligible to apply. Large businesses qualify for 18% tax deduction. Small and medium-size businesses (SMB) qualify for 20%. The project s innovative content, research content and overall plan are emphasized in the review of the application. Online application and reporting. Apply before September 1st to guarantee consideration in the same year. Photo: FORNAVN ETTERNAVN

38 Innovation loans: For companies with new ideas Innovation loans are offered to businesses with an innovative project that is believed to be commercial for which full financing is difficult to secure. An innovation loan normally delivers 50% of the total capital needs of a project. The repayment period is adjusted depending on the purpose of the loan. Interest is set at a favourable rate, especially in light of the risk normally inherent in such projects. Low risk loans: Long-term loans on favourable terms Low risk loans are offered to all businesses in all sectors throughout the country. Commercial terms and conditions. Security is required. Photo: FORNAVN ETTERNAVN

39 Development grants Research and Development Contracts (RDC): Grants for innovative projects which involve a committed collaboration between Client and Contractor. Collaboration assumes that both parties contribute at least 30% of the resources for the development work. Important criteria at the time of application: High innovation content and uniqueness National and international market potential Project feasibility The expected impact of the grant in terms of increased potential The financial viability of your business Utviklingstilskudd distrikt: Innovation and Internationalisation Risk reduction Photo: FORNAVN ETTERNAVN

40 The Environmental Technology Programme For projects that promote a better environment, with a focus on building and testing of pilot projects. ETP supports technology which is close to the commercialization stage. Projects must be built, developed and tested under conditions that are as close to natural as possible. Companies of all sizes in all parts of the country are eligible to apply. We support: Costs of design, engineering and development of pilot installation Investment costs related to building the installation Costs of commissioning and operating trials. Photo: FORNAVN ETTERNAVN

41 Enova was formed to promote environmentally friendly restructuring of energy consumption and generation in Norway. Market introduction of new technology Through demonstrations and market introduction of new technology, Enova promotes new technologies and solutions in the energy market. The technical solution should be in place by the time Enova enters the process. Enova s contribution focuses on demonstration and qualification of costs and other important features of the solution. The programme is mainly aimed at energy consumers, not energy suppliers. The investment must lead to defined energy results new energy production or reduced energy consumption. Public concession contracts and/or required public approvals must be in place prior to applying. Photo: FORNAVN ETTERNAVN

42 Enova was formed to promote environmentally friendly restructuring of energy consumption and generation in Norway. Energy market change Offers financing for projects that have implemented solutions leading to reduced energy consumption or a transition to renewable energy. Enova has alternative programs for financing within the following areas: Energy efficiency for industry Energy efficiency for buildings Renewable energy solutions Renewable heating solutions Photo: FORNAVN ETTERNAVN

43 Transnova funding of green transport Transnova offers funding for greener transport with the following priorities New technology: Development of transport technology based on renewable energy Quality control of transport technology based on renewable energy sources must be competitive in terms of quality and availability in order to ensure significant reach Increased use of environmentally friendly transport solutions Increased use of public, bicycle and pedestrian transport Increased freight transportation via keel and rail Reducing transport demand Better utilization of transport capacity Solutions replacing transport needs - for sustainable mobility Transnova offers support to demonstration projects Photo: FORNAVN ETTERNAVN

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