Brief:
The sustainability movement has become increasingly important for businesses worldwide as they face rising competition and the need to meet economic, social and environmental requirements. This factor is exacerbated by the challenges the world faces, such as climate change, feeding a growing population, meeting the increasing demands for energy, tackling diseases and more.
In an effort to address these issues, DNV is leveraging on the rising global demand for innovation by further developing its strategic research unit, in the firm belief that technology is a vital part of the solution for many of the global and industry challenges facing us today.
This community lecture will highlight DNV's Technology Outlook 2020 report which takes a look at the key technologies and trends that will make an impact towards the end of this decade. Ms. Elisabeth Harstad - Managing Director of DNV Research and Innovation - believes that the best way to be prepared for the future is to have a broad view over technologies from many industry sectors, including shipping, fossil energy, renewable and nuclear, and power systems.
Elisabeth Harstad - Speaker
Ms. Elisabeth Harstad - Managing Director of DNV Research and Innovation - has over 25 years working experience in strategic management, line and project management. She also has experience within risk management, environmental evaluations, and hazard and risk management for offshore installations. DNV R&I is the strategic research and innovation arm of DNV, focusing on new knowledge and services. The unit executes research and innovation within six strategic research themes; energy, maritime transportation, ICT, biorisk, arctic and multifunctional materials and surfaces. Norwegian by citizenship, Ms. Harstad has served as the COO for the Business Area DNV Technology Services and member of DNV's Executive Board as well as its Director of planning, Business Development and Marketing. Previously, Ms. Harstad has worked with Nestle Petroleum AS as a Research and Industry Coordinator, where she was responsible for environmental and safety aspects at the organization.
Date: Tuesday 29th November 2011 | Time: 7:30 pm
Venue: Emarat Atrium Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
Near Mazaya Centre
For more details contact:
Tel: 04-3448622 | Fax: 04-3448677
Email: eeg@emirates.net.ae
Website: www.eeg-uae.org
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