ViteMeir is an Eco-Lighthouse!
From left: General Manager Gry Høyheim, mascot Sophus Lie and Mayor Stig Ove Ølmheim
ViteMeir has officially received the Eco-Lighthouse plaque, and of course we couldn't let the occasion go by unnoticed. In true ViteMeir style, we drove on with horses, caterpillars and nitrogen!
In the development of the center, the professional profile, REINT, guided the content. REINT stands for resources, energy, brainstorming, nature and technology. In ViteMeir 's new strategy, readiness is still just as relevant, and we have, among other things, emphasized the UN's Readiness Goal 13, Stop Climate Change. ViteMeir will, through exhibitions and learning programs, help to strengthen the ability of individuals and institutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, adapt to and reduce the consequences of climate change and provide early warning, and also strengthen education and awareness about this. With this in mind, it is important for us to become Eco-Lighthouse certified and we are pleased to finally receive the visible proof.
Eco-friendly and short-distance transportation
Mayor Stig Ove Ølmheim and fjord dweller Tord
We received the Eco-Lighthouse award and wanted the mayor's transportation to be in keeping with the theme. Siri Hatlevoll Helle showed up with her fjord horse Tord and cart. The Fjord horse is one of the oldest horse breeds in the world, and it is the best horse in western Norway because it is skilled in steep and rough terrain. Tord the horse is stationed at the Vangestad farm a stone's throw from ViteMeir, and the fuel is grass from natural meadows grown on the farm. Can it be more environmentally friendly? The mayor was transported to his door in an environmentally friendly but slightly unusual way.
Plaque and nitrogen
CEO Gry Høyheim was there to receive the Eco-Lighthouse plaque on behalf of ViteMeir. Our mascot Sophus Lie was also there. "All we need is for ViteMeir with our profile to qualify for this certification, but there is still a lot of hard and systematic work behind this," says CEO Gry Høyheim. "I praise the employees who stand up for our social mission every day," Gry concludes. Mayor Stig Ove Ølmheim was delighted with the unusual presentation, which included nitrogen, witch's brew and some science lessons. After the obligatory handshake, he read out the certifier's assessment of ViteMeir.
Vitemeir is an experience center that not only gives visitors good input and experiences within climate and environment, but also the employees. The company has worked and continues to work actively and purposefully within climate, environment and working environment. The certifier hereby confirms Vitemeir as an environmental lighthouse.
"Continue the positive, committed and goal-oriented work within climate, environment and working environment" is the serifist's recommendation for further efforts. "This is a rare recommendation," says Mayor Stig Ove Ølmheim. "It tends to be more demanding," he concludes.
Kaffi, caterpillars and Energy House
We couldn't let the mayor leave until we had offered coffee from the new barista machine in SmakeMeir. Since it was a good time for brunch, we also served up some caterpillar waffles. "Wow, this was really good," said the mayor about the protein-rich and future-proof waffles.
Mayor Stig Ove Ølmheim with freshly brewed coffee and caterpillar waffles.
The visit ended with the premiere of the brand new "Energy House" installation. The mayor was the first to try it out and thought it was a good installation for raising awareness of the visitors' energy consumption in their homes. "This was the shock button," he said when he saw the effect of taking a long shower.
Gry Høyheim and Stig Ove Ølmheim test out the "Energy House".