Hydro and Norwegian Red Cross Join Forces to Strengthen Communities and Provide Emergency Relief Worldwide

Cecilie Thuv, Director of Fundraising and Marketing, Norwegian Red Cross and Eivind Kallevik, President & CEO of Hydro, signing the a new partnership agreement. (Photo: Anders Vindegg/Hydro)

(IN BRIEF) Hydro has entered into a partnership with the Norwegian Red Cross, aiming to support a just transition and provide emergency relief globally. The partnership will focus on strengthening local communities, promoting equal opportunities, and supporting disaster preparedness. Hydro will contribute NOK 1.5 million annually to the Norwegian Red Cross’s humanitarian efforts, further enhancing their ability to respond to crises and support vulnerable populations.

(PRESS RELEASE) OSLO, 13-May-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Hydro has announced a new partnership with the Norwegian Red Cross, aimed at supporting a just transition and providing emergency aid to communities worldwide. The partnership, which was formalized through a signing agreement between Cecilie Thuv, Director of Fundraising and Marketing at the Norwegian Red Cross, and Eivind Kallevik, President & CEO of Hydro, underscores the commitment of both organizations to drive positive change and support vulnerable communities.

Eivind Kallevik expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration: “We are excited to partner with the Norwegian Red Cross, a global leader in humanitarian aid with a presence in 191 countries. The Red Cross shares our vision of strengthening local communities and I am confident that our partnership will create lasting impact and contribute to a just transition in areas where support is most urgently needed.”

Hydro’s purpose is to foster a more sustainable society, and through its corporate social responsibility strategy, the company is dedicated to reinforcing local communities, advocating for human rights, and promoting education and skill development around its 140 locations in 40 countries worldwide.

Cecilie Thuv, Director of Fundraising and Marketing at the Norwegian Red Cross, highlighted the importance of the partnership: “By working together with Hydro, we will be able to extend our reach, offering vital support to more children and young people through meaningful leisure activities, enhancing our local and international disaster preparedness, and responding more effectively when crises strike. Hydro’s shared goal of reducing vulnerability and creating equal opportunities aligns perfectly with the Red Cross’s mission to build resilient and vibrant communities.”

The Norwegian Red Cross is part of the largest humanitarian network in the world, and its expansive global and local presence allows it to provide critical assistance before, during, and after emergencies, including natural disasters and conflicts.

As part of the partnership, Hydro will contribute NOK 1.5 million annually to support the Norwegian Red Cross’s efforts in strengthening local communities and providing emergency relief worldwide. This collaboration reflects Hydro’s ongoing commitment to supporting humanitarian initiatives that improve lives and foster equal opportunities.

Media contact:

Anders Vindegg
Head of Media Relations, Group Communication
anders.vindegg@hydro.com
+47 93864271

SOURCE: Norsk Hydro ASA