Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre is scheduled to give a keynote address on Norway's future climate and energy policy. The speech will take place at a pre-event for the Arendalsuka political gathering in Oslo on April 2. This set-piece address is expected to outline the government's direction on key environmental issues. Prime Minister Støre, who leads Norway's Labour Party, will deliver a speech titled 'The Green Shift and Norwegian Industry'. The event is hosted by NHO, the Confederation of Norwegian Enterprise, the country's largest business organization.
The Prime Minister's address comes amid ongoing political discussion about Norway's future, focusing on several major areas of energy and climate policy. These include the future of Norway's petroleum activity, the development of carbon capture and storage projects, and the expansion of onshore wind power. The government's updated national climate action plan is anticipated later this year.
Prime Minister Støre's speech is likely to generate considerable news coverage and public interest. It represents a key moment for the government to communicate its strategy for balancing industrial policy with climate goals. The address will be closely watched by industry representatives, politicians, and environmental groups across Norway.