This means that TNE is responsible for ensuring capacity and competence in the field of technology in addition to creating distinct technological solutions for global growth. This includes delivering innovative and competitive technological solutions for exploration, increased recovery, field development and safe, efficient and environmentally-friendly operations. The research and development department, which has research centres in Trondheim, Bergen and Porsgrunn in Norway and in Calgary in Canada, is engaged in research and development, piloting, implementation and commercialisation of new technology.

Climate change, security of supply and a growing demand for clean energy are opening up new business opportunities.  StatoilHydro is in a position to seize these opportunities by utilising long-standing core capabilities from the oil and gas industry. StatoilHydro's New Energy business unit is responsible for the company's business efforts in renewable energy. The activities are grouped under renewable energy production, sustainable fuels, carbon dioxide management and technology development.