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New data center licensing aims to preserve power supplies

Published

12 November 2026

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operational-macro

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Data Infrastructure

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Norway

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Fusion42 · 12 November 2026 · Fusion42 review

The Norwegian government has introduced a new licensing regime to control the rapid expansion of data centers, aiming to manage electricity demand and environmental impact. The regime will restrict new developments, especially those related to energy-intensive cryptocurrency mining, to ensure power availability serves public interest.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Data Infrastructure.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You must now plan around Norway’s brake on data center power use and licensing. New deals need evidence of public benefit and avoiding energy waste or your bids risk rejection.

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1 source · 12 Nov 2026

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Data Infrastructuredata-centersenergy-regulationlicensingcryptocurrency-bannorwaypower-shortage