New Report Reveals Norwegian Voters’ Attitudes On Oil and Gas Issues
New Report Reveals Norwegian Voters’ Attitudes On Oil and Gas Issues
A new report, developed by the analysis agency Analyse & Tall SA in collaboration with Oil Change International, explores the attitudes of Norwegian voters on oil and gas issues before the upcoming September election. The survey, conducted by Ipsos in December 2024, offers timely insights on key oil and gas issues, and reveals that Labour Party voters place a higher priority on reducing Norway’s climate emissions and transitioning away from oil and gas towards renewable energy, compared to the national average.
Read the report (only available in Norwegian)
Key findings:
- More than one in four Norwegian voters consider climate and environmental issues to be one of their top priorities when casting their vote in the 2025 election.
- Over 50% of Labour Party voters are against oil and gas operations in Arctic regions, and over 40% of Conservative Party voters are against oil and gas operations in Arctic regions.
- Labour Party voters place a higher priority on reducing Norway’s climate emissions and transitioning away from oil and gas towards renewable energy, compared to the national average.
This new data provides a deeper understanding of the priorities and concerns of Norwegian voters in relation to climate change and the future of the oil and gas industry. The survey underscores the growing demand for ambitious climate policies, particularly from those who support the Labour Party.