Norway’s energy regulator, RME, has determined that Statnett, the state-owned electricity transmission operator, imposed overly strict requirements for companies seeking to connect to the power grid. The finding follows complaints lodged by a mining company and another unnamed entity regarding the conditions for joining the queue for electricity access. RME believes these stringent demands may have unfairly hindered access to the grid. The regulator did not specify the exact nature of the excessive requirements, but indicated they related to the process of securing a place in the connection queue. This decision could potentially impact future grid connection applications and the development of energy-intensive industries in Norway. Statnett has yet to publicly respond to the RME’s assessment. Further investigation and potential adjustments to Statnett’s procedures are anticipated.