Eastern Norway County Network

Established in 1993, the Eastern Norway County Network (ENCN) is a formal cooperation between the county councils of Akershus, Buskerud, Innlandet, Telemark, Vestfold, and Østfold. The network’s primary goal is to foster sustainable and competitive development across the region.

Eastern Norway, comprising approximately 30% of Norway’s land area and home to nearly half of its population, is a vital economic and cultural hub. The region’s strategic location, coupled with its extensive network of roads, railways, and waterways, makes it a key transportation corridor for Norway and beyond.

Despite its significance, Eastern Norway faces infrastructure challenges that hinder its competitiveness. Insufficient development of transportation systems can negatively impact the region’s economic growth and quality of life.

To address these challenges and promote sustainable development, ENCN works to:

• Advocate for regional development by influencing decision-makers.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing by creating a platform for counties to exchange best practices and collaborate on innovative solutions.
• Support joint initiatives by encouraging cooperation among counties to achieve common goals through joint projects, partnerships, and networks.

The Board of Representatives is ENCN’s highest political body, composed of two representatives from each county council, typically the county mayor/county executive and one member from the political opposition. The Board of Representatives may establish additional political committees to address prioritized areas.

ENCN’s current strategy (2025-2028) prioritizes two key areas:

• Transportation
• Energy, Climate, and Environment

The Executive Committee is the highest administrative body, consisting of the County Executives/Director Generals of the member counties or their appointed deputies. The committee oversees administrative tasks and supports the political bodies within ENCN.

ENCN’s secretariat provides administrative support and coordinates activities across the network. The secretariat is hosted by the county administration in Akershus.

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Østlandssamarbeidet
c/o Viken fylkeskommune
Postboks 220, 1702 Sarpsborg
Norway