Energy security in Europe: The role of Norway
The current geopolitical climate is instilling a surge towards energy independence. Questions have arisen on what this will mean for financial stability and policies to mitigate the risk of energy disruption and rising costs in Europe. Furthermore, Europe’s energy security must be considered within the context of climate change and the energy transition and the need for cleaner energy infrastructures to be implemented. Øystein Olsen, former governor of Norges Bank, discusses Norway’s sustainability policies and role in the energy transition, including questions surrounding energy security and renewable energy development.
Speaker:
Øystein Olsen, former governor, Norges Bank
Timings:
12:45-14:30 (London)
Please note that this in-person meeting will be held in London. Further details regarding the venue will be made available to attendees upon confirmation.
This meeting will be conducted under the OMFIF Rules.
This virtual discussion is part of the OMFIF Sustainable Policy Institute. The SPI is a high level community which brings together central banks, sovereign funds, public pension funds, and their counterparts in asset management, banking and professional services to explore policy, regulatory and investment challenges posed by environmental, social and governance themes. See more information on OMFIF’s SPI here.
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