Miljøområdet
Miljøområdet is a Norwegian term referring to the environmental sector within public administration and society. It encompasses policy development, regulation, and practical measures aimed at protecting ecosystems, reducing pollution, and promoting sustainable use of natural resources. The area intersects with climate policy, public health, and nature conservation.
The scope includes environmental policy and governance, air and water quality, soil protection, waste management, and
Governance is led by central government bodies such as the Ministry of Climate and Environment (Klima- og
Policy tools include regulations and standards, permitting regimes, economic instruments (such as taxes and subsidies), and
Current priorities focus on climate change mitigation and adaptation, biodiversity protection, waste reduction and circular economy,