Brenneriveien 11 has a unique location by the Akerselva river and is a perfect spot for student housing. Illustration: A-lab
Vulkan Student House – SiO’s first zero-emission construction site
When Vulkan Student House opened on October 1, 2024, it marked an important step in our sustainability efforts. The project added 223 apartments right in the heart of Grünerløkka, next to the Akerselva river. It was built as SiO’s very first zero-emission construction site, supported by Enova with NOK 3.2 million.The project demonstrates that it is possible to combine modern student housing with environmentally friendly building methods and urban development.
Kringsjå Student Village – bigger and greener
Located next to the Nordmarka forest, Kringsjå Student Village is Oslo’s – and probably the Nordics’ – largest student housing complex, with more than 3,000 units. We’ve made it even bigger and greener by installing rooftop solar panels and geothermal wells that provide renewable energy. In addition, the project achieved more than a 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to the FutureBuilt Zero standard.We have also fully renovated older buildings to improve both quality and environmental performance. The construction sites achieved at least a 90% waste sorting rate, and all refurbished homes were upgraded to energy class A.
Ullevål Student Village – from office to home
At Ullevål, we transformed former office spaces into 26 modern student apartments. The project shows how existing buildings can be repurposed in sustainable ways. The site operated as a fossil-free construction site with 95% waste sorting, material reuse wherever possible, and new ventilation systems with high heat recovery and energy-efficient lighting.The result is energy-efficient student housing that makes better use of resources through reuse and renovation.
Vårt ansvar for fremtiden
Our responsibility for the futureFor us, sustainability is more than just a word. In all our projects, we aim to:
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transport, energy, and materials
- Use eco-friendly materials such as cross-laminated timber
- Harness renewable energy sources like solar and geothermal power
- Ensure high levels of waste sorting and material reuse on site
This way, we contribute to a more sustainable student life and a greener city.
Learn more about our construction projects and environmental initiatives here.