This article examines the challenges faced by Norway in implementing intergenerational equity in its offshore petroleum licensing regime. Norway has been considered by many to be a leader in the regulation of its offshore petroleum, with an emphasis on state control and encouraging a prudent approach by operators, but also emphasising rational and efficient solutions. Unlike some other countries, it has also enacted legislation to support its convention obligations in relation to matters like pollution and the protection of biodiversity. These obligations are also reflected in its constitution. But climate change and other challenges as it moves exploration into more sensitive northern areas are throwing a spotlight on the conflict between those matters and Norway’s vital oil economy.

本文探讨了挪威在其海上石油许可制度中实施代际公平方面面临的挑战。挪威被​​许多人认为是其海上石油监管的领导者，强调国家控制并鼓励运营商采取谨慎的做法，但也强调合理有效的解决方案。与其他一些国家不同的是，它还颁布了立法来支持其在污染和保护生物多样性等问题上的公约义务。这些义务也反映在其章程中。但随着勘探活动转向更敏感的北部地区，气候变化和其他挑战使这些问题与挪威至关重要的石油经济之间的冲突成为人们关注的焦点。