Norway: Carbon neutral by 2030
By 2030 Norway will be carbon neutral. This will be achieved through numerous measures that include incresed use of renewable energy sources, taxes on diesel and petrol, and tax exemptions for climate friendly vehicles.
HYDROPOWER. Almost all, or 99 per cent, of Norwegian electricity production is renewable.
The political control over energy issues in Norway is with the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy, while environmental and climate issues lie with the Ministry of the Environment. The research and technology section in the Ministry is responsible for research and technology development in energy.
Almost all public research funds are channelled through the Research Council of Norway. The energy research portfolio in the Research Council of Norway is financed by amongst others the Ministry of Petroleum and Energy, the Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Education and Research. In addition to the Research Council, other government agencies such as Innovation Norway, Enova and Gassnova fund and support pre-market activities.
Enova is tasked with giving investments support and devising strategies for increased implementation of renewable energy whereas Gassnova ensures the implementation of the government’s interests in the area of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS).
Much of the Norwegian R&D strategy for renewable energy is rooted in the Energi 21 strategy that was presented in 2008. The strategy was developed in cooperation between Norwegian energy companies, research actors and representatives from public institutions.
The strategy has led to the formation of eight Research Centres for Environmentally Friendly Energy in Norway. Norway has a predominantly corporate-funded innovation system, where the petroleum sector has been able to sustain long-term innovation strategies.
Follow the links below to learn more about Norway's policies on climate, energy and renewable energy. Find also information on goals for lower CO2 emissions and suggested policy measures.
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