Norway: Environmental Law

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 EU's regulation on European green bonds has been incorporated into the EEA Agreement, with Norway's Ministry of Finance proposing implementation into Norwegian law. This article examines what the regulation entails for companies considering issuing European green bonds, including taxonomy requirements, prospectus obligations, external verification processes, and the implications for Norwegian bond issuers navigating this voluntary but stringent regulatory framework.

Legal experts debate the interpretation of the Water Framework Directive in the context of Nordic Mining's application for temporary permission to deposit mining waste in Førdefjorden.

In addition to complying with private contracts with fish farmers and general shipping regulations, well boat operators have to comply with certain aquacultural rules.

The European carbon market has grown substantially since its start in 2005. With the extension of the EU ETS to include the shipping sector, and an annual reduction...

After several years of negotiations, an intergovernmental conference at the UN has reached an agreement on a draft treaty aimed at conserving marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction.