Welcome to Nordic Edge Expo, Helene Gram!

March 30, 2026

You and I are facing a major challenge. We need to change a LOT about how we live in order to meet our climate targets. That’s why Helene Gram is coming to Nordic Edge Expo.

“Stavanger is one of 112 cities in Europe that have committed to becoming climate neutral by 2030. It’s highly ambitious, and we are far behind schedule. That’s why we need to talk and act, public sector, business, research communities, and other key stakeholders,” says Helene Gram, who is the Program Lead for the Mission City initiative in Stavanger municipality. 


“For me, Expo is a place to stay updated on new, cutting-edge knowledge. It’s a place to meet new, talented people. And it’s especially exciting that the Director of Net Zero Cities, Thomas Osdoba, will be there!” 


The EU requires cities participating in the Mission Climate-neutral and Smarter Cities, to aim for at least an 80 percent reduction in their own emissions by 2030. Stavanger joined the initiative in 2022. 


Welcome to Expo, Helene, we’re looking forward to discussing both big and small climate challenges with you. Because we truly believe there is hope in action! 

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