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Norway wealth fund to invest $1.5 billion in Brookfield energy transition fund

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Posted on September 26, 2025

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OSLO (Reuters) -Norway's $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the world's largest, said on Friday it has committed $1.5 billion to invest in a Brookfield Asset Management (BAM) energy transition fund.

Norway's Sovereign Wealth Fund Commits $1.5 Billion to Brookfield Energy Fund

OSLO (Reuters) -Norway's $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the world's largest, said on Friday it has committed $1.5 billion to invest in a Brookfield Asset Management (BAM) energy transition fund.

The agreement enables the Norwegian fund to invest in projects that develop renewable energy infrastructure while also supporting the broader transition to low-carbon solutions, it said.

"The (BAM) fund will invest across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific regions where Brookfield has established operational presence," Norges Bank Investment Management said in a statement.

(Reporting by Terje Solsvik, editing by Stine Jacobsen)

Key Takeaways

  • Norway's sovereign wealth fund invests $1.5 billion in Brookfield's energy fund.
  • The investment supports renewable energy infrastructure development.
  • Brookfield's fund operates in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.
  • The initiative aligns with global low-carbon transition efforts.
  • Norges Bank Investment Management oversees the investment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is Norway's wealth fund investing in Brookfield's fund?
Norway's sovereign wealth fund has committed $1.5 billion to invest in Brookfield Asset Management's energy transition fund.
What is the purpose of the investment by Norway's wealth fund?
The investment enables the Norwegian fund to support projects that develop renewable energy infrastructure and facilitate the transition to low-carbon solutions.
Which regions will the Brookfield fund focus its investments on?
The Brookfield fund will invest across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific regions where Brookfield has an established operational presence.

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