Government agencies

KSO is the Swedish association of municipalities with nuclear facilities. The association was established in 1977 to facilitate cooperation and exchange of local experiences between these municipalities.

SMHI, the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute, is an expert authority under the Ministry of Climate and Enterprise. SMHI has a global outlook and a vital mission to forecast changes in weather, water and climate. With a scientific foundation, they use knowledge, research and services to contribute to a more sustainable society.

The Swedish Radiation Safety Authority imposes requirements on licensees and other parties that conduct activities involving radiation. They ensure compliance by means of inspections.

Formas is a government research council for sustainable development. They fund research and innovation, develop strategies, perform analyses and conduct evaluations.

The Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management, SwAM, is a government agency that works for flourishing seas, lakes and streams for the benefit and enjoyment of all.

The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency conducts and coordinates Sweden's environmental work. Together with many others, they work to preserve biodiversity, reduce climate impact and contribute to a resource-efficient society.

The Swedish Geotechnical Institute (SGI) is an expert agency that works for a safe, efficient and sustainable development and sustainable use of land and natural resources.

The Swedish Chemicals Agency work to ensure that the companies' and society's chemicals control is managed in a good way.

Swedish Environmental Research Institute conducts qualified research and performs targeted consulting assignments for companies that need expert help with the environment and sustainability.

The International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics research and education advances strategies for sustainable solutions.

Mistra’s aim is to promote the development of strong environmental research.

Stockholm Environment Institute is an international non-profit research and policy organisation that tackles environment and development challenges.

The foundation SIVL, creates opportunities for collaboration between the industry sector and the research community.

Oljekrisnämnden is a court-like authority. Provisions on Oljekrisnämndens responsibilities can be found in oljekrislagen (1975:197) and ransoneringslagen (1978:268). Oljekrisnämnden comes into operation in a crisis situation.

Svenska kraftnät is the authority responsible for ensuring that Sweden's transmission system for electricity is safe, environmentally sound and cost-effective – today and in the future.

The Swedish Energy Markets Inspectorate (Ei) is an authority which is commissioned to strive for well-functioning energy markets.

The Agency is working with the promotion of energy efficiency measures and investments in renewable energy technologies.

The agency’s main mission is the coordination and development of agencies’ and other actors’ activities within Sweden’s psychological defence. The agency offer support to agencies, municipalities, regions, companies and organisations and contribute to strengthening resilience within our population.

The purpose of the Swedish Institute for Human Rights is to promote and protect human rights in Sweden, based on the Swedish Constitution, the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and other obligations in the area of human rights that are binding on Sweden under international law.