Norse Energy Corp. ASA has completed the year end 2011 reserves certification process whereby Schlumberger Data and Consulting Services has certified increased proved reserves and contingent resources as detailed below. The certification process includes reserves and resources that are net of the ~22,700 acre and overriding royalty interest sale that was completed at the end of December of 2011.

Total 1P Proved Reserves as of 31 December 2011 increased from ~34.4 Bcf. to ~43.4 Bcf. compared to December 31, 2010, an increase of ~26 percent.

Total 2P Reserves as of 31 December 2011 increased from ~41.0 Bcf to ~60.3 Bcf. compared to December 31, 2010, an increase of ~47 percent.

"These increased reserves and resources are primarily the result of the enhanced geologic understanding and advanced development planning that occurred during 2011," commented Norse CEO Mark Dice. "Newly certified shale oil resources in Western New York are an exciting addition to our asset portfolio," commented Dice.

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