Oslo halo solar energy storage project

Does Norway offer financial support for solar projects?

Many Norwegian policies, like Enova and Skattefunn, offer financial support schemes, according to certain rules. For example, Enova provide financial resources for solar installations in private houses, while in bigger projects an innovative technology should be involved in addition.

Can Norway engage in the production and use of solar photovoltaic (PV) technology?

In this report, we explore the conditions for Norway to engage in the production and use of solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, both nationally and globally. To analyze the Norwegian conditions, we perform an innovation system analysis of the Norwegian PV industry to identify strengths and weaknesses.

Does Innovasjon Norge support solar farms?

Moreover, Innovasjon Norge is considered to potentially support solar farms, while support from municipalities, like Oslo municipality, could provide support for commercial buildings. The level of experience in companies and their focus on product development might attract certain financial support.

How much CO2 does Oslo emit a year?

The waste-to-energy plant at Klemetsrud is currently responsible for 17 per cent of the city’s emissions, and is the biggest single emitter of CO2 in Oslo. From 2026, up to 400,000 tonnes of CO2 will be captured each year. This corresponds to the annual emissions from 200,000 cars.

Where can solar energy be installed?

Public buildings, municipal buildings, old people's homes, schools are examples of areas of the built environment where actors consider installing some kind of solar energy system. The past conditions of the solar PV market where it was driven by the subsidies has ended.