"Norway is one of the world’s richest countries. How can we use our wealth for the benefit of the world, ourselves and future generations"?
Faced with this question, the Norwegian Future Panel (Framtidspanelet) discussed which values and considerations should guide future choices, including how the country’s Oil Fund should be used – now and in the future.
On May 13 2025, the Panel officially launched its report at the Norwegian Parliament. Its nineteen recommendations are presented under five themes:
- The Oil Fund – The People’s Fund, A Shared Responsibility: new guidelines, a stronger ethical framework, and long-term beneficial investments.
- Democracy, Trust, and Critical Thinking: A Future Generations Commissioner, more civic education in schools, and broader use of citizens’ assemblies.
- Solidarity and Global Responsibility: Investments in health, education, and climate, and stronger international partnerships.
- Sustainable Development: Increased support for renewable energy, green innovation, and reduced consumption.
- A Stronger Norway: Focus on infrastructure, technology, preparedness, and responsible use of artificial intelligence.
Read about Framtidspanelet and its report in Norwegian or English here.
