Norway’s Energy Minister Terje Aasland said Oslo will continue developing oil and gas in the Barents Sea regardless of Brussels policy. He also said the idea of Norway as Europe’s “renewable powerhouse” was “flawed,” rejecting a proposed “green battery” role.
WHO:Terje Aasland, Norway’s Energy Minister
WHAT:Aasland said Norway will not accept an EU Arctic drilling ban and will keep developing Barents Sea oil and gas, while rejecting the “green battery” framing.
WHEN:Reported Aug 24, 2026 at 10:34 AM ET
WHERE:Norway
WHY:Aasland was responding to Brussels policy calling for an Arctic drilling ban and a “green battery” role for Norway.
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