Moreover, Norway''s energy demand is highly electrified: in 2020, electricity covered almost half of the country''s total final consumption (TFC), the highest share among IEA member countries. Norway has tremendous potential to further leverage its clean electricity system to decarbonise other sectors of the economy through additional
Norway has competitive advantages in its abundant renewable energy resources and a well-functioning energy sector. Our energy policy is intended to encourage modernisation of the energy supply system and adapt policy instruments and the regulatory framework to rapidly changing markets.
In this report, the IEA provides energy policy recommendations to help Norway effectively manage the transformation of its energy sector in line with its goals.
renewables-based electricity system, Norway can further support sectoral transitions by developing detailed, long-term roadmaps backed by specific policy measures. I sincerely hope that the recommendations proposed in this report will help Norway in its energy system transformation, resulting in clean energy progress that spreads well beyond
The purpose of this paper is to describe the Norwegian energy policy strategy and evaluate its outcome in terms of changes in the macroeconomic surplus over the period 2005 to 2016. We primarily address Norwegian Energy Strategy decisions aiming at integrating Norway''s power market more closely with the power markets on the Continent and in
The question of how to develop an energy supply system that is sustainable in the long term is a key policy issue in many countries. Security of energy supply, climate change, environmental considerations and value creation must all be taken properly into account in energy policy development. It is vital to find solutions that create the maximum value for society at the lowest possible cost.
Improving security of supply
A smoothly functioning power market is of crucial importance for security of electricity supply. In Norway, security of supply is closely linked to the capacity of the supply system to ensure an uninterrupted supply of electricity to end users. The power supply system must be able to deal with variations in electricity consumption through the day, through the year and between years. We depend on a robust power grid. All important societal functions, business and industry and consumers are dependent on reliable power supplies. It is therefore vital to maintain and expand the grid to meet the challenges of the future. Major investments are currently being made in the power grid, and will improve security of supply.
Both production-side and demand-side flexibility have a positive effect on security of supply. Price signals play a decisive role in determining which elements of short-term flexibility are actually used. Operation of the power supply system and power trading should as far as possible be market-based. Effective markets send the right price signals to producers and consumers, and promote sound use of resources, innovation and security of supply.
Security of energy supply is vital in modern society. Norway has abundant energy supplies, but also needs to find good ways of responding to the growing demand for power. Regulation by the authorities is intended to facilitate the development of new, effective solutions that will ensure security of energy supply in the future.
Profitable development of renewable energy
One goal of Norwegian energy policy is to facilitate profitable production of renewable energy in Norway. Renewable production should be developed on the basis of profitability, allowing Norway''s renewable energy resources to be used in a way that creates the maximum value for society at the lowest possible cost.
Norway produces a large amount of flexible hydropower, which will continue to be the backbone of its energy supply system. Hydropower production is also important in the context of climate change in Europe, and hydropower production makes it possible to maintain security of supply in the Norwegian and Nordic electricity systems.
More efficient and climate-friendly energy use
Norway already derives a large share of its energy supplies from renewable sources. The electricity generation sector is virtually emission-free. However, fossil energy use in transport, manufacturing and oil and gas production still results in greenhouse gas emissions. Our energy policy is intended to facilitate more efficient and climate-friendly energy use.
Renewable energy is an important sector in Norway. The industry employed about 20 000 people in 2021 throughout the country, including employment in grid operations. Renewable energy supplies are essential for the development and growth of other industries. Hydropower has been the basis for Norway''s industrial development and prosperity for more than 100 years. The renewable energy industry will continue to play a key role as the transition to more climate-friendly energy use continues in Norway and the rest of Europe.
Norway''s energy policy is intended to provide a framework that enables the country to further develop its renewable energy resources and make use of its competitive advantages. This includes ensuring that there are well-functioning markets, so that profitable renewable resources can be used efficiently and provide a good basis for business development and value creation. Flexible hydropower production, the widespread use of electricity for many purposes and Norway''s pioneering role in market reform in the power sector are competitive advantages in a European energy market that is undergoing transformation.
The availability of abundant supplies of renewable electricity was the basis for Norway''s large energy-intensive sector. This is a good starting point for developing new markets for energy services, new technology and new energy-intensive products. Norway must continue to use its power, and to use it as efficiently as possible.
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On 8 April, the Norwegian Government presented its supplementary white paper on energy policy. The white paper shows how the Russian military invasion of Ukraine has affected world energy markets and underlines the importance of secure and stable energy access. The purpose of the Norwegian Government’s energy policy is to contribute to a secure, green transition and employment.
— Norway shall continue to be the industry''s first choice. Access to clean and affordable energy has been a key advantage for Norwegian industries and households. The Government wants to maintain this advantage in the future to ensure value creation, employment and industrial growth throughout the country, says Minister of Petroleum and Energy, Mr. Terje Aasland.
The supplementary white paper supplement a the White Paper "Putting Energy to work" presented last year, clarifying the current Government''s ambitions on energy policies in a time of great uncertainty.
— The situation in the energy markets is critical. This winter, experienced extraordinarily high energy prices in Norway and Europe, and the situation is worsened by the Russian military invasion of Ukraine. This underlines the importance of an energy policy that ensures employment, transition and security in times of uncertainty, the minister adds.
The invasion of Ukraine has had severe consequences for the global energy markets, markets that already were under pressure due to the rapid economic growth following the pandemic.
— The Norwegian Government wants to lay the foundation for an energy policy that secures clean and affordable energy, continued stable oil and gas production on the Norwegian Continental Shelf and lower global greenhouse gas emissions. We want to help the growth of new and green industries such as offshore wind, hydrogen and carbon capture and storage, says Minister Terje Aasland.
In March the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released a report showing that global emissions continue to rise. The report underscores the need for rapid emission cuts and that we must speed up the green transition, also in Norway..
— The Government is actively supporting a green transition. We must develop, not dismantle, the Norwegian petroleum industry, and build new industries from existing ones. As for the Norwegian Continental Shelf, the Government will ensure a stable activity level of oil and gas production, with an increased share of new industries in sectors such as offshore wind, CCS, hydrogen, aquaculture and seabed minerals, he adds.
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