In Reykjavík Energy's operations, a wide range of knowledge is generated that can be useful to others. This is due in part to:

  • The leadership of ON Power and Veitur Utilities in the utilization of geothermal energy,
  • Veitur Utilities being the largest company of its kind in the country,
  • Reykjavík Fibre Network having the most extensive fiber optic network in the country, and
  • The number of innovation projects carried out within the company, with Carbfix being one of the most prominent.

Orkuveitan sees it as its role to share its experience and knowledge with others who can benefit from it.

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Elliðaárstöð - Overview of the area under development.

Elliðaárstöð

The development of Elliðaárstöð, a new destination by the old power plant of Elliðaár, progressed well in 2023. Completion included the construction of a water playground on the site, the opening of The Home of the Utilities to school groups and other visitors, the erection of the old steam-powered drilling rig Dofri, and the opening of the restaurant At the Bistro following Orkuveitan's tender for the facility.

Geothermal Exhibition

The operation of the Geothermal Exhibition at Hellisheiði Power Station was transferred in 2023 from ON Power, which produces electricity and hot water at the power station, to Reykjavík Energy's parent company. There, the operation is in the same unit as Elliðaárstöð. The activities are similar, albeit different, and the experience from operating one educational center is useful for the operations of the other. In 2023, the number of visitors to the Geothermal Exhibition rebounded after the coronavirus years, with the vast majority of visitors being from abroad.