Abstract
This study examines the current energy use across sectors and segments of the Norwegian onshore seafood industry, with a focus on farmed fish, as well as pelagic, shrimp and whitefish from capture fisheries. Data on specific energy consumption, production, and exports were collected from open sources, reports, industry communications and site inspections. Extrapolation methods were applied to estimate the overall energy use across the subsectors. The findings reveal a significant dependency on fossil fuels in some sectors. Thermal processes, including refrigeration and heating, are the largest contributors to energy consumption, making these systems a priority for energy efficiency strategies. Rising temperatures, particularly of seawater, could have significant implications not only for marine life but also for the performance of thermal energy systems. Implementing energy efficiency measures is crucial for adaptation, and this work identifies and describes several such measures tailored to the seafood industry