Cooperation on the international stage strengthened

Notification from the Government of Iceland

Act No. 81/2025, which amends the Health Records Act, No. 55/2009, has come into force. The purpose of these amendments is to improve efficiency in healthcare services, promote digital development, and enhance patient safety.

Carbfix, an Icelandic leader in carbon capture, has been awarded the Icelandic Innovation Award 2024 for its groundbreaking work in developing and commercializing a revolutionary technology that permanently binds carbon dioxide (CO₂) and hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) in rock formations.

Just over 35,000 tree seedlings were planted in projects that received support from Vorviður in 2025. Applications for support for projects in the coming summer will be announced in the coming weeks.

Broad and meaningful participation of diverse stakeholders, combined with informed collaboration, can deliver progress toward sustainability in rangeland management. It is essential to continue interdisciplinary research and knowledge exchange, with monitoring and assessment of both social and ecological dimensions. At the same time, governance structures and management approaches must evolve in parallel if such efforts are to succeed.

From January 1st, the general freehold threshold for old-age pensions and social support for the elderly will increase by 46%.

Around 60 guests visited the National Archives on Friday 7 February and participated in a program dedicated to dissidents and punk in Icelandic society.

Development and Expanded Services Despite Challenging Operations

During the spring festival Science in Hringsal on April 23, 2024, four incentive grants were awarded from the National University Hospital Fund, each of which amounted to 5 million ISK. The Fund last awarded special incentive grants in 2015.