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Tourists flock to Iceland as winter travel becomes increasingly popular

November 23rd, 2009 Russell No comments

iceland_super_truck_12Winter travel is fast becoming popular, due to people taking post-Christmas holidays to relax after the stresses that Christmas entails. Consequently, Iceland is seeing an influx of visitors from all around the world.

Iceland is fast becoming one of Europe’s most popular winter travel destinations. This volcanic island, located just below the arctic circle, boasts stunning scenery filled with spectacular lakes, rivers, waterfalls, mountains, hot springs and in the winter the breathtaking northern lights. Read more…

Green energy research developing geothermal energy

July 30th, 2009 ARienstra No comments

geothermal energy blue lagoonAsbru has found a new partner in investment in regards to geothermal research which can help improve and develop green energy research. The Canadian geothermal company, Magma Energy Corporation has announced that they will invest in the Asbru partner companies of HS Orka and Geysir Green Energy based in Iceland.

Asbru is the new name of the former NATO military base next to the airport in Keflavik. After the NATO evacuation in 2006, the base was re-designed as a community of students and businesses. Asbru offers new aviation and clean energy related academic programs at Keilir University. Keilir is also one of the largest campuses in Iceland. Asbru also has other projects such as a health village, a green energy research center and Iceland’s first international data center. Read more…