Orkuveitan (Reykjavík Energy)
Public sector · Water
A public utility company providing electricity, geothermal water, cold water, and carbon storage services to a large portion of the Icelandic population.
Relevant career areas
Water
Engineering and protecting water systems and quality.
Relevant areas: Water engineering, Desalination, Wastewater treatment, River restoration, Irrigation systems, Water quality monitoring
Relevant skills: Hydrology, Civil engineering, Environmental chemistry, Process engineering
Renewable Energy & Grid Modernisation
Building and modernising clean energy generation and the grid.
Relevant areas: Solar engineering, Wind engineering, Battery technology, Electrical grid design, Energy storage, Nuclear engineering, including next-generation reactors, Hydroelectric systems
Relevant skills: Electrical engineering, Mechanical engineering, Energy systems, Power electronics
Climate Adaptation
Helping communities and infrastructure adapt to a changing climate.
Relevant areas: Flood and drought management, Urban planning, Water resource management, Coastal protection, Wildfire prevention, Heat-resilient building design, Emergency management
Relevant skills: Environmental science, GIS mapping, Civil engineering, Data analysis, Public policy
Why this organisation is relevant
As the primary utility provider for water and energy in the capital region, they are central to Iceland's water management and renewable energy infrastructure.
Responsible & values-led credentials
Active in STEAM education and sustainability through subsidiaries like Carbfix (carbon storage).
Listing of accreditations is based on public sources. Responsibility for accuracy remains with the organisation.
Apprenticeships & graduate opportunities
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