Welcome to Industry Week 2024

Norwegian businesses face a monumental challenge. With 2,030 days to go until one of the most critical turning points in the fight against climate change, we must join forces and give it everything we have.

'Progress is too slow. If we are to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Norwegian businesses must significantly accelerate the pace of transition,' says Håkon Haugli, our CEO.

Much is already under way, but nowhere near enough. Reports from the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) indicate that the years leading up to 2030 will be crucial if we are to avoid the most serious consequences of climate change. As the world urgently seeks new and sustainable solutions, technology, energy and raw materials, Norway holds many of the answers that will determine the pace of progress in the years ahead.

Innovation is the key to accelerating the far-reaching transformation of Norwegian business and industry.

'Norway has many leading technology and innovation communities, as well as a diverse range of companies with the expertise, determination and ability to develop the green solutions that Norway and the world need,' says Haugli.

On 11 June, when many of Norway's key business and industry leaders gather in Porsgrunn for Industry Week, there will be 2,030 days left until 2030. With only around two thousand days to go, decisive action must guide the transition ahead.

'By turning more green business ideas and solutions into action, we can accelerate the transition to a more sustainable society,' says Haugli.

Transition is challenging, but essential. It will create significant value not only for society and the climate, but also for companies that seize the opportunities. New requirements and regulations also drive demand.

'The green transition will also deliver benefits both in Norway and internationally, through growth and increased competitiveness,' says Anniken Fægri Damm-Larsen, Regional Director at our Vestfold and Telemark office.

Companies that successfully adapt also become more profitable and attractive. We are ready to help Norwegian companies position themselves for a greener future.

‘Together, we think bigger, and we are pleased to help bring these new solutions to life and fund them,’ say Haugli and Damm-Larsen.

We offer grants, financing, competence building and networks to help Norwegian companies succeed with innovation projects and the green transition. Our regional office in Vestfold and Telemark partners with Industriuka to highlight both the challenges and the opportunities for solutions. We have sustainability advisers at all our regional offices, and you can meet our experts at our stand and event during Industriuka. Get in touch with us wherever it suits you. Seize the opportunities – we will help you get started!