Section for Grid, Energy use and Markets

Section for Grid, Energy use and Markets is responsible for an efficient operation and development of the Norwegian energy system, and to facilitate effective use of energy.

This includes follow up of the Norwegian and the Nordic power markets, regulation of grid companies, measures for efficient operation and development of the power system, EU regulations related to energy efficiency and the internal energy market, cross-border trade in electricity, safety, security and emergency preparedness in the electricity sector, ownership of the Norwegian transmission system operator (Statnett SF), The Electricity Certificate System, policy instruments for energy efficiency and the retail markets for electricity and heat.