Central
The Ministry of Industries and Innovation has been in place since 2012 (previously the Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism) is responsible for:
- General energy matters;
- Utilization of energy;
- Heating;
- Electricity;
- Promotion of the utilisation of renewable energy sources;
- Establish conditions for trading in guarantees of origin;
- Promotion of an economic electricity system thereby strengthening the industries and regional development in Iceland;
- Ensuring a competitive environment;
- Security of electricity supply and consumer protection;
- Effectiveness and efficiency in the transmission and distribution of electricity.
The Role of the Department of Energy and Industry is to create an efficient and cost-effective energy framework at household and industry level.
Responsible ministries/bodies
The Ministry of Industries and Innovation
The Department of Industry and Energy
The National Energy Authority
Local
Municipal authorities are responsible for:
- Most Icelandic homes are heated with geothermal energy, provided by local geothermal energy companies, which often provide other utilities as well, such as water and sewage treatment and in some cases electricity.
Sources:
The Ministry of Industries and Innovation
The Department of Industry and Energy
The National Energy Authority
Electricity Act of 2003
Local governments in Iceland booklet
