Question 1

Which of the following Nordic countries has set a goal to generate its entire energy mix from renewable sources by 2030, aiming for a 75% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions?

Accepted Answer

Denmark

Question 2

In what year did the EU and Norway establish a Green Alliance to strengthen their joint climate action, environmental protection, and cooperation on clean energy and industrial transition?

Accepted Answer

2023

Question 3

What is the primary focus of the 'PROTECT BALTIC' project, which operates from August 2023 to August 2028?

Accepted Answer

Restoring and protecting the Baltic Sea's marine environment

Question 4

Norway's Chairship of the Arctic Council (2023-2025) elevated four priority areas. Which of the following was NOT one of those priority areas?

Accepted Answer

Space exploration

Question 5

According to the 2024 Ministerial Meeting on the Baltic Sea Marine Environment in Riga, what is the projected annual economic benefit of achieving good environmental status in the Baltic Sea by 2040?

Accepted Answer

€5.6 million

Question 6

Which of the following Nordic countries was the first to introduce carbon pricing in 1990?

Accepted Answer

Finland

Question 7

The Nordic Council Environment Prize in 2025 will focus on initiatives that educate children and young people about which topic?

Accepted Answer

Environmental and climate issues

Question 8

What is the main objective of the 'Nordic-Sec' research and innovation project?

Accepted Answer

To make cross-border electricity coordination smarter for a green transition

Question 9

In what year was the informal regional cooperation format 'NB8' (Nordic-Baltic Eight) established, encompassing Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, and Sweden?

Accepted Answer

2000

Question 10

Which Nordic country is a significant oil and gas producer but also aims for carbon neutrality by 2030 and has an almost entirely renewables-based electricity system?

Accepted Answer

Norway

Question 11

The 'Green Technology and Innovation Strategic Partnership' was agreed upon during the 3rd India-Nordic Summit in Oslo on May 19, 2026. Which Nordic countries participated in this summit alongside India?

Accepted Answer

Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden

Question 12

What is the primary goal of the 'Nordic Vision 2030' adopted by the Nordic Prime Ministers?

Accepted Answer

To become the world's most sustainable and integrated region

Question 13

Which of the following agreements, signed in April 2023, aims to deepen cooperation between the EU and Norway on climate, environment, energy, and clean industry?

Accepted Answer

The EU-Norway Green Alliance

Question 14

What critical role does the Helsinki Commission (HELCOM) play in the Baltic Sea region?

Accepted Answer

Preventing and eliminating marine pollution

Question 15

What is the stated aim of the Clean Arctic Alliance's Nordic Initiative regarding shipping in Arctic waters?

Accepted Answer

To promote the use of only cleaner 'polar fuels'

Question 16

Which Nordic country aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035, according to recent environmental targets?

Accepted Answer

Finland

Question 17

The Nordic countries are increasingly developing cross-border infrastructure for Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS). Which of the following countries is a key partner in these arrangements with multiple Nordic nations like Denmark, Norway, and Sweden?

Accepted Answer

The Netherlands

Question 18

According to the 2024 Ministerial Meeting on the Baltic Sea Marine Environment in Riga, Denmark, Estonia, the EU, Finland, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and Sweden reaffirmed their commitment to which plan, updated in 2023?

Accepted Answer

The Baltic Sea Action Plan

Nordic Nations Unite for Climate Action: Transborder Green Initiatives and Arctic Diplomacy

More True or False Study Sets