Norway is bracing for a significant increase in electricity grid fees, with a new report from the Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE) predicting an average rise of nearly 25% by 2030. The increase is attributed to the extensive expansion of the power grid.

Regions like Trøndelag could see a 30% hike, while the Østlandet area might experience a 25% rise.

This has sparked criticism from political parties such as the Progress Party (Frp) and the Red Party (Rødt), who argue that the financial burden should not fall on ordinary consumers.

They suggest that the government should reconsider its funding model and possibly use state funds to alleviate the costs.

The debate highlights concerns over the fairness of the current system, where those living closer to power production sites often pay more.

As the country moves towards greater electrification, the discussion on how to equitably distribute these costs continues.