Downing Renewables & Infrastructure Trust PLC announced the appointment of Astrid Skarheim Onsum as a Non-Executive Director and member of the Audit and Risk, Management Engagement, Nomination and Remuneration Committees, with effect from 15 July 2024. Astrid Skarheim Onsum is an accomplished executive and non-executive director with extensive experience in global business ventures, particularly in the energy transition, circular economy and renewable energy sectors. Currently, Astrid is a Non-Executive Director of Seatrium Ltd, a Singapore Exchange quoted global maritime technology and construction group, where she serves on the Audit & Risk Committee.

Additionally, Astrid is a Non-Executive Director of Epiroc AB (Sweden), a NASDAQ Stockholm quoted entity, which is a global leader in hard rock mining equipment, where she sits on the Audit Committee. Astrid also serves on the Board of Spoor a.s (Norway) and is a member of the Advisory Board of Airloom Energy Inc. (USA). Astrid has held several key leadership positions within the Aker ASA group (quoted on the Oslo Stock Exchange), including serving as Chief Digital Officer of Aker Solutions ASA and CEO of Aker Offshore Wind ASA.

She has also served as CEO of NG Group AS and Chair of Nordic Unmanned ASA (quoted on Euronext Growth Market Oslo). Additionally, Astrid has contributed her expertise in climate-friendly investments as a government-appointed expert for the Norwegian Ministry of Industry and Fisheries.