Risø National Laboratory

Risø carries out scientific and technical-scientific research that can provide Danish society with new opportunities for technological development. We focus on sustainable energy supplies, technology for the health sector, and innovation. The research carried out is intended to increase the competitiveness of Danish trade and industry and to reduce the impact on the environment from the industrial, energy and agricultural sectors. Based on research and innovation, we provide advice to the business community, institutions and authorities on nuclear issues. Risø National Laboratory has large test facilities and interdisciplinary research environments that enable us to solve problems across traditional professional boundaries and competences. 

• In 2005, Risø’s staff corresponded to 660 manyears – of which 512 were engaged in research.
• Risø generated revenues of DKK 500 million in 2005.
• Director: Henrik Bindslev, interim
• Risø is situated near Roskilde
• www.risoe.dtu.dk

Risø was formerly a government research institution under the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.