Key Facts
• On August 22, 2025, Greta Thunberg and activists protested in Oslo, Norway.
• Protesters blocked access to Norway’s central bank and occupied DNB’s headquarters.
• The protest targeted investments in Israel and fossil fuels.
• The action is part of a 10-day civil disobedience campaign ahead of Norway’s September 8 election.
• Activists accused Norway’s sovereign wealth fund of supporting illegal occupation in Palestine.
• DNB, Norway’s largest bank, was criticized for investing three times more in oil and gas than its closest competitor.
• Norway, a major oil and gas producer, faces criticism for its fossil fuel policies.
• Oslo police removed most protesters by 9:00 AM local time.
• Related protests also targeted Norway’s largest oil refinery and other DNB branches.
Summary
On August 22, 2025, environmental and pro-Palestinian activists, including Greta Thunberg, staged protests in Oslo, Norway, targeting investments in Israel and fossil fuels. The demonstrations, part of a 10-day civil disobedience campaign, included blocking access to Norway’s central bank and occupying the headquarters of DNB, the country’s largest bank. Activists criticized Norway’s sovereign wealth fund for supporting companies involved in alleged illegal activities in Palestine and demanded an end to fossil fuel investments. DNB was singled out for its significant oil and gas investments, which are three times higher than its nearest competitor. Norway, a leading oil and gas producer, continues to face scrutiny over its environmental policies. Police removed most protesters by 9:00 AM, while related actions disrupted operations at Norway’s largest oil refinery and other DNB branches.
