Oslo climate plan deemed risky for research

University wants climate to dominate all disciplines, but critics fear bureaucracy and loss of freedom

Academics at the University of Oslo have criticised the institution’s new climate plan, calling for “careful wording” to prevent it from becoming a burden on research.

The climate plan, which recommends actions such as allowing longer grass on campus lawns and introducing more vegetarian food in the canteens, was launched earlier this month. But some aspects of the plan have been criticised by university staff who have concerns about its impact on different scientific disciplines.