The Norwegian Oil Fund’s new eco standards could add pressure to Arctic extractors

The new standards could have consequences for the fund's investments in the Arctic, including in Russian energy companies.

By Atle Staalesen, The Independent Barents Observer August 18, 2021
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The Norwegian Government Pension Fund Global, also called the Oil Fund, is stepping up its attention to the environment. A new expectation document on biodiversity and ecosystems warns companies that environmental protection will be instrumental for the fund’s future investments.

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