Tag: Norway

Floating Wind Farm Could Help Power 80,000 Homes

Floating Wind Farm Could Help Power 80,000 Homes

Norway’s Wind Catching Systems have released a new concept which changes how we think about wind farms. This floating power grid consists of 100 small, multi-rotor turbines which the company claims are to produce sufficient energy to power 80,000 homes in Europe. This company was founded in 2017 and their […]

Norwegian Forest Cats, the Pets of the Vikings

Norwegian Forest Cats, the Pets of the Vikings

Do you know about the Norwegian forest cat? The fluffy one with the long tail? This cat is one of the most popular cat breeds in the Nordic countries. They’re also one of the most popular choices for pets in these countries, as well as in France. They’re believed to […]

Norway: First Country that Bans Deforestation

Norway Becomes World’s First Country to Ban Deforestation

As seen on Eco Watch, Norway is the first country which has legally prohibited deforestation. Moreover, products which contribute to deforestation are not to be used in this Scandinavian country. The pledge was put forward by the Norwegian Parliament’s Standing Committee on Energy and Environment. Together with the Rainforest Foundation […]