Water in industries

Challenges to production capacity, due to increasing water supply issues, are putting pressure on industries. To stay competitive industries must look to efficient reduction in water consumption in production and to local treatment of the industrial wastewater for possible reuse.

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Turning global water challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth

Water is a scarce resource that is under increasing pressure. According to the UN, global water consumption will increase by 30 % by 2030 due to population growth and increased wealth. Several challenges related to water supply, water quality and wastewater treatment could be avoided or reduced through integrated water management and an intelligent approach to the entire water cycle. By treating water as the valuable and vital resource that it is, Denmark has been able to reduce water consumption by almost 40 % since 1980 and increase energy efficiency throughout the water cycle.

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Water supply

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Danish Water Export Day 2026

Water Export Day is being held this year on September 1st at Danish Industry, bringing together the Danish water industry with a focus on exports. Together, we will discuss how and what opportunities exist to strengthen the export of Danish water technology and know-how. The event will serve as a pl

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Groundwater management

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Upgrading Wastewater Treatment Capacity Without Expanding Land Use.

Many regional wastewater treatment plants are under pressure to increase capacity while operating within strict space, budget, and environmental constraints. At the Lower Cleeve Wastewater Treatment Plant in the UK, the existing crossflow filter media was reaching the end of its service life and cou

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Groundwater management

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Improving Wastewater Treatment Performance While Reducing Costs and Footprint.

The Sandbach Wastewater Treatment Works in Cheshire, England, needed to increase treatment capacity to support regional population growth. The key challenge was to deliver higher performance within a limited site footprint and budget. Using traditional crossflow filter media would require larger str

Perspective

Job creation and just transition

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Denmark’s water sector has much to offer international talent - and much to gain

International students want to work in Denmark's water sector – and Danish companies want to hire them. A new study reveals that bridging the gap is less about motivation and more about creating clearer pathways.

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Water in industries

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Industrial water softening with up to 80% lower water consumption

5 February 2026

Tulip Food Company is a modern food processing company exporting products to more than 80 countries worldwide. As part of its continuous focus on efficient and sustainable production, Tulip sought to optimise its water softening process and reduce the consumption of both water and salt. The existing

News

Non-revenue water

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New publication on how to reduce urban water losses

13 January 2026

As climate change and growing cities put pressure on water systems, reducing non-revenue water is one of the most effective ways to strengthen security of supply, cut energy use and build resilience. Discover how holistic planning, smart technologies and Danish experience can help cities turn water efficiency into a strategic advantage for the future.

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Meet Danish water in industries professionals

Company

Water management

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Grundfos

Global leader in water solutions. When you need water, we get it to you efficiently. We’re a global leader of energy-efficient water solutions for use in homes, buildings, industries, utilities and ag

Company

Environment and agriculture

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DHI A/S

DHI is a global leader in water and environmental solutions, leveraging digital innovation, expert consultancy, and advanced modeling to address complex challenges in marine, freshwater, and urban wat

Company

Air pollution from industry production

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Ramboll

Ramboll is a leading international architecture, engineering, and consultancy company, owned by the Ramboll Foundation.

Company

Air pollution from industry production

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COWI

COWI is a global consulting group headquartered in Denmark. Our services cover engineering, architecture, renewable energy, environmental services, and more.

Company

Buildings

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Danfoss

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

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Bio-based circular solutions

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Microbe Biosolutions

Microbe Biosolutions (MBS) is a Danish company based in Esbjerg that develops biological solutions for the treatment of air, water, and soil. We use natural bacterial cultures to break down organic po

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Climate change adaptation

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Exowave ApS

Exowave is a Danish manufacturer of renewable energy solutions, specialized in wave energy technologies for electricity generation and seawater desalination.

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Digital water solutions

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Bionic System Solutions

Bionic System Solutions (BSS) develops AI-driven automation systems for wastewater treatment, remote asset monitoring, and advanced signal processing applications. Our cost-effective and reliable solu

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Water resource management

An integrated water resource management approach aims at securing water for all sectors, sustainably conserving water, and protecting water resources from pollution. Understanding the various water supply sources as a holistic ‘one source’, enables better integrated and more sustainable management of the overall supply.

Water supply

Meeting the need for a sustainable water supply requires increasing efforts on protecting water resources, a focus on efficient utility operations, and reducing urban water losses. Supplying good quality drinking water starts with water source protection and lasts throughout the distribution system.

Water in industries

Challenges to production capacity, due to increasing water supply issues, are putting pressure on industries. To stay competitive industries must look to efficient reduction in water consumption in production and to local treatment of the industrial wastewater for possible reuse.

Wastewater management

Proper management of wastewater is necessary to protect both people and ecosystems. Wastewater management enables the harvesting of the many resources wastewater and treatment holds.

Climate change adaptation

Expanding mitigation to include adaptation in dealing with climate change, enables a holistic view that can combat previous negative social, environmental, and economic impacts and result in both climate resilient and more liveable places to live. Over the next 15-20 years, Denmark will spend more than EUR 5 billion on adapting its cities to climate changes.

Digital water solutions

With the increasing possibility for data collection in water management, new smart solutions arise for automation and improved decision making. Today, water utilities in Denmark have adopted smart water systems, ensuring high-quality production and supporting strategic rehabilitation planning.