How much more renewable energy do we need?

In Norway today, we already have a great deal of hydroelectric power but the Norwegian industry and transport sectors use large amounts of coal, oil and gas. Around half of our primary energy use still depends on fossil fuels. As we are to reduce emissions from fossil energy sources in future, we need more renewable energy: hydroelectric, wind and solar.  

Norway currently produces about 130 TWh of renewable energy. In order to electrify construction and business, industry and transport, Statnett estimates we will need between 20 to 40% more energy. If we are to shift shipping, aviation and the petroleum sector over to renewables, the energy requirement increases by up to 70%.

Norway is committed to a 40% cut in the transport, construction, agriculture and waste disposal sectors by 2030. To achieve this, we need more renewable energy.