New Research Centre for Petroleum (PETROSENTER)
The PETROSENTER grant from the Research Council of Norway funds leading research centres to advance sustainable and efficient petroleum science and technology on the Norwegian continental shelf.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: March 18, 2026 (mandatory outline) | September 23, 2026 (main application)
Funding Amounts: NOK 80–120 million per centre (up to 2 centres); total call budget NOK 240 million; project duration up to 8 years.
Summary: Funds internationally leading research centres advancing sustainable and efficient petroleum resource utilisation on the Norwegian continental shelf.
Key Information: Submission of a project outline by March 18, 2026 is mandatory to be eligible for the main call.
Description
This opportunity supports the establishment of up to two new research centres under the PETROSENTER scheme, aiming to drive long-term, high-impact research and innovation in the petroleum sector. Centres will address critical challenges for sustainable and efficient utilisation of petroleum resources on the Norwegian continental shelf, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving subsurface understanding, advancing drilling and well management, optimizing production and transport, and enhancing safety and working environments. The initiative is designed to strengthen research capacity, foster interdisciplinary and international collaboration, and promote value creation and societal benefit through cutting-edge knowledge and technology development.
