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The professionals you’re looking for
The professionals behind the NSC Group have almost a century of experience (combined) in the energy sector: Our experts possess key competencies in finance, risk management, strategic leadership, physical trading, technical expertise, project development… and so much more.
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Mikko Askolin / Founding Partner
Mikko is an experienced leader, specialized in strategy, business development, risk management, portfolio management, trading, and other operations in the energy markets.
Mikko has held numerous CxO positions in the biggest energy companies and energy market consultants in the Nordics, as well as acted as both as a chairman and member of several boards.
He has been around the block more than once, 20+ years, and has the capabilities of making the right strategic decisions.
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Dan Sandin / Founding Partner
Dan has over 20 years of experience in the energy sector in various positions, holding extensive knowledge in the NG, LNG and biogas, value chain, contract negotiations, operations, shipping, portfolio and risk management.
Dan is also experienced with Nordic power markets with specialty in Wind Power Purchase Agreements.
Other specialities include business strategy and development, project management, due diligence, M&A, change management and regulative matters (terminal rules and tariffs, policies etc.).
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Jarkko Avikainen / Partner & NSC EnergyOpti CEO
Jarkko has 10+ years experience in the energy sector. Specialized in 24/7 Physical Energy Trading Desk operations and has hands-on experience in the operative tasks and leading the team.
Jarkko has a holistic understanding in energy optimization, risk management, and creating additional value in the physical energy markets in a multi-commodity environment.
He is also marinated with experience e.g. in product and service development, customer implementation, project management, strategy planning and implementation, and more.
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Veikko Huhta / Founding Partner
Veikko is a seasoned finance expert, leading and holding several positions as Private Banker, Financial Officer, CEO and Corporate & Collateral Analyst during his extensive career.
Veikko is specialized in real estate, energy and tourism, working in international settings and leading multicultural teams.
He does not shy away from working in a very challenging and unpredictable environment, making him an exceptionally agile banker.
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Erkki Hautala / Senior Trader
Erkki is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience in the Nordic energy markets, specializing in both financial and physical operations ranging from portfolio management to intraday trading.
With five years of expertise in financial trading across power and emissions markets, Erkki has successfully managed customer portfolios and implemented risk management strategies. Additionally, he has six years of hands-on experience in 24/7/365 physical market operations, including intraday trading, energy forecasting, and customer reporting development.
Erkki has been deeply involved in developing information systems for energy market forecasting and customer reporting, contributing to both financial and physical market efficiency. His entrepreneurial background includes founding a startup trading company focused on probability trading with small capital.
A multifaceted professional, Erkki combines his expertise in energy markets with practical experience as a part-time farmer, showcasing his versatile skill set and innovative approach.
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Teemu Heinänen / Head of Project Development
Teemu has over 20 years experience in various positions in energy sector. He has hands on experience in energy operations and business management in industrial and communal environments. He’s been in essential roles in energy production, procurement, projects, retail markets and business development as production manager, business director and CEO.
During his versatile working history he has gained unique cross-sectional and broad knowledge about energy operations and markets all the way from the operational ground level to the board rooms. He has been on numerous boards as a member and chairman.
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Arttu Hämäläinen / Energy Market Manager
With a proven track record in developmental and operational tasks in the Nordic power and natural gas markets, Arttu brings his own experience to the team with a focus on Nordic power market operations, as well as leading strategy projects and driving business development initiatives.
Arttu’s expertise extends beyond his professional career, with multiple years of active service in student organizations during his studies at LUT University. His international experience includes living and working abroad and collaborating with colleagues and customers worldwide.
Known for his adaptability and eagerness to learn, Arttu has consistently demonstrated the ability to acquire new skills at a rapid pace.
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Oskar Heikkilä / Junior Analyst
Oskar possesses a fresh database of insights into data analysis and mathematical decision-making methods. He also has knowledge in information technology and algorithm development.
Oskar is currently completing his Master's degree in Mathematics and Operations Research at Aalto University, while simultaneously pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Economics at the University of Helsinki.
Due to his work at the Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency, he has experience in cost estimation and modeling technical solutions for infrastructure projects. A strong background in physics, having achieved 5th place in the Nordplus International Science Olympiad.
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Our mission: Enabling an Affordable Green Transition
With our Energy Storage and Optimisation Solutions, we support the electricity ecosystem, facilitating the rapid growth of renewable energy production and enabling consumers to transition from fossil fuels to clean energy.
Investing in future – and in your success
With our first fully operational BESS system located in Valkeakoski, Finland, things are already in motion. In the first phase, we are building a BESS fleet targeting 100 MW - and that's just the beginning.