Oslo pv energy storage solution announcement

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.

Does Norway have a PV industry?

Upstream (materials, components or equipment for manufacturing of PV modules): While few firms remain outside of China, Norway still harbours firms that compete and supply materials and products to the international PV industry, such as silicon raw-material as well as silicon ingots and wafers.

Is PV a viable solution for low-income economies?

Several firms engage in supplying PV based solutions in low-income economies in which large shares of populations do not have access to electricity. Given the rapid cost declines, PV is seen as a versatile and cheap solution to secure energy access while contributing to mitigate climate change.

Are Norwegian upstream suppliers a competitive asset?

As will be discussed under legitimation, a key competitive asset of Norwegian upstream suppliers is the ability to base production of renewable energy, which contributes to a low carbon footprint on materials and products.