The Nordic countries are serious about climate science, but mere relabelling is not progress
“More research is needed!” The classical conclusion of countless think tank and university association reports fits well for climate change. After all, most fields of academic study are relevant to climate, and global warming will cause an indefinite number of problems for society.
Among the Nordic countries, there is an unofficial race to become the most successful adaptor to climate change. Sweden and Denmark claim to be in the lead, with Denmark being the pioneer country in wind power, while Sweden has reduced carbon emissions through hydro- and nuclear power. Finland makes the case that it is rapidly catching up, whereas Norway—not an EU-member—bets on green energy at home but remains a big supplier of oil and natural gas abroad.
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