New URLs for map applications
1/16/2026 Due to the discontinuation of Esri technology, we will replace the current solutions for "NOD CO₂-viewer" and "Ongoing investigations".
The interface has been somewhat modernized, but all functionality will be preserved.
New URLs:
- CO₂-viewer: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/d4c3069f1a7745b2910b9841d6d274c6
- Ongoing surveys: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/b4a9544773b941e193b91e6482cb23a2
The current solutions will continue to function until approximately mid-February, when Esri will no longer support the underlying technology.
For questions regarding the new applications, please contact factweb@sodir.no
Updated: 1/16/2026
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