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How can Oslo reduce energy consumption?

A larger share of energy production in Oslo shall be local, and various energy systems shall supplement and support each other. Buildings in Oslo shall utilise electricity and heat efficiently and reduce energy consumption. The City of Oslo shall facilitate reduced and more climate-friendly consumption among citizens and businesses.

Does Oslo have a circular waste and sewage management system?

Oslo shall have a circular waste and sewage management system based on reuse, material recovery and energy recovery, which does not produce greenhouse gas emissions. A larger share of energy production in Oslo shall be local, and various energy systems shall supplement and support each other.

How will Oslo improve public transport?

Oslo shall develop the city from within, and promote densification around public transport hubs. Walking, cycling and public transport shall be the primary choices for transport in Oslo. Car traffic shall be reduced by one third by 2030, compared with the level in 2015.

What is Oslo's climate strategy?

The climate strategy for Oslo towards 2030 was adopted by the City Council at the start of May and replaces The Climate and Energy Strategy and The Climate Adaptation Strategy from 2015 and 2016. The main objective remains – for Oslo to have close to zero emissions. The new strategy comprises five targets for Oslo’s work on climate change.

How can Oslo achieve a 95% cut in emissions?

One fourth of direct emissions are generated by private vehicles and close to one fourth by vans, lorries and buses. The remaining share is mainly from building and construction and from waste incineration at the two incineration plants in Oslo. All these emissions must be eliminated for Oslo to achieve its target of a 95% cut in emissions. 2.

Is Norway a good place to buy EV batteries?

An early adopter of electric transport, Norway continues to capture EV battery headlines. Electric cars now account for 79 per cent of new cars sold in Norway, and the MS Medstraum was recently launched as the world’s first electric fast ferry. In a global report on lithium-ion batteries, Norway ranked first in sustainability.