Nøkkelinfrastrukturen
Nøkkelinfrastrukturen refers to the set of physical and digital systems that are essential for the functioning of a society and its economy. The term is often used in Norwegian policy discussions to denote infrastructure whose failure or disruption would have major consequences for national security, public welfare, or economic stability. Typical examples include energy grids, water supply networks, transportation arteries such as highways, railways and ports, telecommunications backbones, and critical government facilities.
The concept is rooted in the recognition that many elements of daily life and commerce depend on
Financing key infrastructure is often a mix of public funding, private sector participation, and public–private partnerships.
Threats to nøkkelinfrastrukturen range from physical attacks, cyber‑intrusions, natural disasters, to aging infrastructure causing operational failures.