DNV and KEMA have obtained the necessary regulatory clearances to create a larger consulting, and testing & certification company, for the global energy sector, namely DNV KEMA Energy & Sustainability. The new company began its operations as of 29 February 2012, and is led by CEO Thijs Aarten. The company is headquartered in Arnhem, The Netherlands, and will be part of the DNV Group.
The new company’s services will cover the energy value chain from energy source to end user, including renewable energy, carbon reduction and energy efficiency, power generation, transmission & distribution, and energy-related testing, inspection & certification. It starts its expanded operations at a time of signiicant change in the energy industries, and major global trends will have an enormous impact on the energy business in the years to come: increase in future electricity demand driven by the growth in global population and wealth; climate change and environmental concerns; finite fossil fuel reserves that cannot meet the future energy demand; and ageing energy assets and workforce.
Thijs Aarten, chief executive officer, commented “The global energy industry is an industry in rapid transition and growth. This transition will cause major changes, from source to end consumer, and will result in more uncertainty in all parts of the energy value chain. With our independent view, in-depth knowledge, and innovative solutions for all elements of the energy value chain, we are well positioned to support our customers in ensuring a reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply, now and in the future.”
