NITO influences: "We raise the voice of engineers in politics"

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Politics and influence

NITO is the engineers' most important voice. To invest in engineers and technologists is to invest in the solutions.

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NITO's policy booklet 2024-2027

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We work every day to achieve results on issues that are important to our members.

Kjetil Lein, President of NITO

This is how NITO works with sustainability

NITO works to ensure that its members are equipped to face an ever-changing world – in a way that is sustainable for the environment, society and the economy. Here you will get an insight into how NITO works with sustainability and how you can contribute.

Surveys and reports

NITO continuously conducts a number of surveys and prepares reports.

NITO's Needs Survey 2026

This year's survey shows a continued shortage of qualified engineers, an increased need in the future and marked growth in the use of artificial intelligence in the companies.

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The number of ICT specialists has increased by 40 per cent in ten years

Despite a significant growth in the number of ICT specialists over the past ten years, a new ICT report states that there is still a persistent need for digital competence in ...

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NITO report: The water and wastewater sector in Norway

The report from NITO provides a comprehensive overview of the water and wastewater sector in Norway, with a focus on critical challenges such as high leakage rates and skills ...