Open Policy requirements for projects funded by the Department for Climate, Nature, and the Private Sector
As part of our commitment to transparency, collaboration, and innovation, the Department for Climate, Nature, and the Private Sector in Norad has adopted an Open Policy that ensures unrestricted access and reuse of all digital data, software, algorithms, models, peer-reviewed research, and educational resources funded, in whole or in part, by the Department, including any underlying datasets. Selected projects will be included within the policy framework during an initial pilot period from 01.10.2024. The open policy is fully effective for grants awarded from 01.01.2025.
Digital transformation plays a pivotal role in addressing the triple planetary crisis of climate change, nature loss, and pollution by harnessing the power of data, technology, and innovation to drive sustainable solutions. Advanced digital tools like artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and the Internet of Things (IoT) enable more precise monitoring of environmental changes, predictive modeling for climate impact, and the optimization of resources to reduce waste and emissions.
By digitizing processes and systems, we can enhance decision-making, improve efficiency in renewable energy usage, track biodiversity loss in real time, and develop circular economies that minimize pollution. Ultimately, digital transformation empowers governments, businesses, and communities to collaborate on scalable, data-driven solutions that mitigate the impacts of these global crises.
The most salient and immediate need is felt by vulnerable populations in low-income countries, whether they are engaged in small-scale agriculture, small-scale fisheries or live in poor urban and coastal communities. These populations are most exposed to the effects of climate change and need early warning systems for tsunamis, droughts, floods and other natural disasters that rely on timely climate/weather data and digital scenario modelling.
As part of our commitment to transparency, collaboration, and innovation, the Department for Climate, Nature, and the Private Sector in Norad has adopted an Open Policy.
This policy ensures the unrestricted access and reuse of valuable outputs funded by the Department, enhancing the impact of our projects and promoting knowledge sharing for sustainable development.
What Does the Open Policy Cover?
The Open Policy applies to projects funded, in whole or in part, by Department for Climate, Nature, and the Private Sector at Norad, and covers the following categories:
- All collected or produced data, including underlying datasets and metadata, must be openly accessible for reuse.
- Any developed technologies, including source code and models, must be published openly for public use.
- Peer-reviewed publications and their underlying data must be made available without embargo, ensuring immediate open access.
- All funded learning materials and content must be published openly and available in public repositories.
Compliance
Selected projects will be included within the policy framework during an initial pilot period from 01.10.2024. The open policy is fully effective for grants awarded from 01.01.2025.
For detailed information, please refer to the full Open Policy document.
For technical guidance, access the following support documents:
Need Assistance?
For any questions or suggestions regarding this policy, please contact:
Christer Solheim Gundersen