Norway: Climate Change

Norwegian oil, gas, and LNG exporters face a critical compliance challenge as EU methane regulations take effect in 2027, requiring documentation of measurement, reporting, and verification systems equivalent to EU standards—regardless of whether Norway has implemented the rules domestically. Recent enforcement deferrals reduce penalties but not obligations, creating a complex regulatory landscape that demands immediate attention from producers navigating long-term supply contracts.

The European Court of Human Rights' Greenpeace Nordic v. Norway ruling of 28 October 2025 addresses procedural requirements for environmental impact assessments in the context of upstream fossil fuel projects.

Recent years have seen an increased awareness of sustainability issues by governments, international organisations, financial institutions, investors and consumers, also affecting the maritime...