Sustainability
Welcome to Oslo - a pioneer city for sustainable meetings and events! Oslo was named the European Green Capital in 2019 and has since then further strengthened its position as one of the world’s most sustainable cities. The goal is to reduce emissions by 95% by 2030 compared to 2009 levels.
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Oslo consistently ranks at the top of the Global Destination Sustainability Index and leads the way in electric mobility, green building practices, and circular economy solutions. The city’s compact design, clean energy infrastructure, and close connection to nature make it ideal for hosting low-emission events without compromising on quality or experience.
The meetings and events industry play an important role in Oslo’s climate strategy. 95% of hotels, venues and suppliers are environmentally certified and collaborate closely to make sustainable event planning easy and effective.
Nature-Based Experiences with a Low Climate Footprint
97% of the city’s hotels are environmentally certified, along with many of the most frequently used conference venues. Oslo is green not only in mindset, but also in landscape. About two-third of the city’s area consists of forests, parks, rivers, and lakes. The city’s unique proximity to nature makes it easy to organise low-emission activities year-round. Options include guided forests hikes, kayaking on the fjord, cold-water swimming, or sauna sessions, all within walking distance or a short public transport ride from the city centre.
A Taste of Sustainability - Local and Responsible Food
Sustainable ingredients and food waste reduction have become top priorities for hotels, restaurants, and venues in Oslo. Sustainable choices are also reflected in conference menus. Many venues offer climate-friendly meal options and work closely with local producers to ensure high quality and responsible resource use, without compromising on taste.
Green Mobility and Accessibility
Oslo is a pioneer in zero-emission mobility and aims to become early emission-free city. Known as the electric vehicle capital of the world, the city has one of Europe’s most environmentally friendly public transport systems. All city buses are now electric, and trams, metro lines, and ferries are powered largely by renewable energy.
Oslo Airport is one of the world’s most environmentally friendly airports, with BREEAM certification and innovations sushi as snow-based cooking in the summer.
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