Net Zero Islands Network

The Net Zero Islands Network brings together actors from islands and remote areas working towards clean, resilient and carbon-neutral energy systems.

The network was established as part of a three-year project on Energy Solutions for Islands and Remote Areas initiated by the Nordic Council of Ministers in 2020.

Purpose

The network supports knowledge sharing and collaboration on the development and implementation of innovative energy solutions for islands and remote areas. It aims to strengthen clean and resilient energy supplies and to inspire progress towards carbon neutrality.

Activities

The Net Zero Islands Network meets twice a year to:

  • Share knowledge and practical experience
  • Discuss solutions, challenges and opportunities for collaboration
  • Explore how to enhance clean and resilient energy systems

Meetings rotate between participating islands and remote areas. The host location showcases local renewable energy sites and initiatives.

In addition to the biannual meetings, joint projects are developed within and for the network to strengthen knowledge exchange on implemented and emerging energy solutions.

Learning from others facing similar challenges

Hear about the importance of the Net Zero Island Network from Mons Sellevold, project manager at Store Norske Energi on Svalbard.

Participation

The network welcomes actors from islands and remote areas in the Nordic region, Scotland, Ireland and Canada.

To request participation, please contact the adviser at Nordic Energy Research.


Members

Åland

Gotland

Bornholm

Samsø

The Faroe Islands

Iceland

Svalbard

Greenland

The Scottish Islands: Shetland, Orkney, and the Hebrides

Ireland

Canada: Nunavut, The Northwest Territories, Yukon