Orkuveita Reykjavíkur

Orkuveita Reykjavíkur provides electricity, geothermal water for heating, and cold water for consumption and fire fighting. Their service area extends to 20 communities, covering 67% of the Icelandic population.

Orkuveita Reykjavíkur harness hot water from geothermal fields in Reykjavík and distribute to our customers.  In addition, they operate geothermal plants at Hellisheiði and Nesjavellir where they heat groundwater and distribute to the district heating. They produce electricity by using geothermal, high-pressure steam at their plants at Hellisheiði and Nesjavellir. They distribute cold water from their groundwater reservoir.  They also maintain sewage systems.

Energy and Environment

Orkueita Reykjavíkur harnesses energy in harmony with nature. All of their operations make use of independent accreditation in environmental affairs, quality standards and safety standards. Their annual environmental report documents greenhouse gas emissions from their plants.  They make every effort to enhance access to their areas of operations.

Visit the Orkuveita Reykjavíkur web site.