Áhættueftirlit
Áhættueftirlit refers to the process of monitoring and managing risks. In Iceland, this concept is applied in various sectors, including finance, environmental protection, and public safety. Financial institutions, for example, are subject to áhættueftirlit to ensure their stability and protect depositors and the broader economy. This involves assessing credit risk, market risk, operational risk, and liquidity risk. Regulatory bodies oversee these institutions to ensure they adhere to established guidelines and capital requirements.
In the context of environmental protection, áhættueftirlit focuses on identifying and mitigating potential harm to the