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Meld. St. 10 (2010–2011) - First update of the Integrated Management Plan for the Marine Environment of the Barents Sea–Lofoten Area

Meld. St. 10 (2010–2011) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Report No. 37 to the Storting (2008-2009) - Integrated Management of the Marine Environment of the Norwegian Sea

Report No. 37 (2008 – 2009) to the Storting

NOU 2013: 10 - Natural benefits – on the values of ecosystem services

Summary and recommendations.

Regulations relating to the protection of traditional knowledge associated with genetic material

Adopted by Royal Decree of 25.november 2016 under section 61a of the Act of 19 June 2009 No. 100 relating to the management of biological, geological and landscape diversity. Submitted by the Ministry of Climate and Environment.

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NOU 2023: 18 - Gene technology in a sustainable future

Summary

Summary of Chapter 1 in Official Norwegian Report (NOU) 2023:18 Gene technology in a sustainable future. Below is a brief summary of Chap. 1 (Sammendrag og hovedkonklusjoner) in English. The summary is not a part of the report, but was prepared by

Meld. St. 26 (2022–2023) - A changing climate – united for a climate-resilient society

Meld. St. 26 (2022–2023) Report to the Storting (white paper)

NOU 2023: 25 - The transition to low emissions

Climate policy choices towards 2050

Amendments to environmental regulations in Svalbard

The Norwegian Government has adopted several amendments to the environmental regulations in Svalbard. The purpose is to protect wildlife, and one of the largest wilderness areas left in Europe.

World’s countries reach agreement on conservation of marine biodiversity in the high seas

Following intense negotiations over several years, agreement was reached late on Saturday evening on an instrument on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction. Norway is very pleased with the

National Pollinator Strategy

A strategy for viable populations of wild bees and other pollinating insects

Norway grants NOK 27 million to global ecosystem maps

Norway’s Minister of Climate and Environment, H.E. Tore O. Sandvik, announces a contribution of NOK 27 million to support the development of a new tool for integrating and sharing data on the world’s ecosystems.

Proposition No. 79 to the Storting (2001-2002) - National Salmon Rivers and Salmon Fjords

Regulations relating to impact assessment pursuant to the Gene Technology Act

Laid down by Royal Decree of 16 December 2005 pursuant to section 11, cf section 8, of the Act of 2 April 1993 No. 38 relating to the production and use of genetically modified organisms, etc. Submitted by the Ministry of the Environment.

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Regulation Concerning the Declaration and Labelling of Microbiological Products

The purpose of these regulations is to prevent the microorganisms in microbiological products from damaging human health or having detrimental environmental effects in the form of disturbance of ecosystems, pollution, waste, etc.

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Regulations relating to the labelling, transport, import and export of genetically modified organisms

Laid down by Crown Prince Regent’s Decree of 2 September 2005 pursuant to section 10, third and fourth paragraphs, and section 14 of Act No. 38 of 2 April 1993 relating to the production and use of genetically modified organisms (the Gene Technology

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Norway’s fifth national report to the Convention on Biological Diversity

The report presents information on status and trends for biodiversity in Norway, measures undertaken to implement the Convention since 2009, successes and remaining Challenges.

Norwegian Strategy on Invasive Alien Species

Alien species are a growing problem in Norway. Globally, they are considered to beone of the most serious threats to biodiversity.

Public consultation – NOU 2024:2: In interaction with nature – nature risk for industries, sectors and society at large in Norway

Norwegian Ministry of Climate and Environment is now having the report on public consultation.

Deadline for consultation: 30/06/2024 Status: Consultation is being processed

Report No. 42 to the Storting (2000-2001) - Norwegian biodiversity policy and action plan - cross-sectoral responsibilities and coordination

Summary in English

Regulations relating to large nature conservation areas and bird reserves in Svalbard as established in 1973

Implementing legislation: adopted by Royal Decree of 4 April 2014 under sections 12, 16 and 17 of the Act of 15 June 2001 No. 79 relating to the protection of the environment in Svalbard (Svalbard Environmental Protection Act). Submitted by the