ONS: Live podcast with Klimaoptimistene and Klimaklok

Norway aims to electrify industry and transport, build new green industries, and cut emissions at the same time. Yet little new power generation is being added, many businesses are waiting for grid capacity, and decision-making processes remain slow.

Following sustained pressure from industry and energy stakeholders, the government has proposed a new package of measures to accelerate the development of power generation and grid infrastructure. Does it address the most critical bottlenecks? What could be improved? And is it possible to build broad political support that delivers both speed and predictability?

In this joint podcast hosted by Climate Optimists and Climate Wise, we explore how power generation, grid development, demand growth, permitting processes and capital investment can evolve in step, while safeguarding nature, ensuring local involvement and maintaining public trust.

In this podcast, we ask:

• What is the biggest bottleneck in Norway's energy transition right now?
• How can Norway build a smarter and stronger grid before industry starts moving elsewhere?
• How well does the government's new power package address the challenges ahead?
• How can rapid development be balanced with local engagement and participation?
• Who must make the toughest decisions to increase the pace of the transition?

Join us for an engaging discussion on how Norway can win the race against time in the energy transition.

Location: Downtown - ONS+ Tent 2. Energy Square powered by Accenture.