Sustainable salmon farming in Norwegian coastal municipalities: Can the environment beat the economy?

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Sustainable salmon farming in Norwegian coastal municipalities: Can the environment beat the economy?

Salmon aquaculture belongs to Norway's second largest and most profitable export industry after oil and gas production, but the industry is also riddled with environmental challenges that may restrict further growth. This article examines the positions of coastal municipalities on aquaculture expansions, being key actors in authorizing new areas for salmon farming.

Publisert: 04.12.2018
Sist oppdatert: 15.06.2024
Authors:
G. Kristin Rosendal, Jon Birger Skjærseth, Lars H. Gulbrandsen, Mari Lie Larsen, Malene Tonheim and Irja Vormedal
Aquaculture, Vol 605, 15.07.2025.

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Kristin Rosendal
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Lars H. Gulbrandsen
Deputy Director / Research Director Climate and Energy
Ole Kristian Fauchald
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Christian Prip
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Regine Andersen
Research Director, Biodiversity and Natural Resources

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