District energy

Put simply, district energy is about moving energy in water, with a valuable temperature, from a place of production to the place of consumption. Denmark’s district heating system is highly energy efficient and has been one of the key drivers for reduced energy consumption and CO2 emissions from the energy sector.

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District heating at its core

The way we produce and distribute heat is essential to societal sustainability and welfare. District heating is resilient. Its use dates back over 100 years ago. Even so, its many advantages have perhaps never been more pressing to utilise.

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Time to bring heat home

The following perspective is a foreword from the white paper "District energy - The backbone of a flexible, resilient and efficient energy system" by Managing Director of Euroheat & Power, Aurélie Beauvais.

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District heating at its core

Time to bring heat home

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Heat pumps

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Brewery skims 75 percent off energy use

Industries worldwide rely on energy both for process heating and for non-process heating, such as space and water heating. In the EU, 3% of the process heating is produced from electricity, while 78% is from fossil fuels. The fossil fuels for heating accounts for 22% of total net CO2 emissions from

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Energy efficiency in industry

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Competitive energy use in factory halls old and new

In Poland, where over 20% of GDP comes from industry and the energy mix is still dominated by fossil fuels, decarbonising manufacturing is both a challenge and a necessity. Danfoss’ production campus in Grodzisk, near Warsaw, highlights the opportunities for reducing emissions in a cost-effective wa

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District cooling

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District cooling: The sustainable solution for cooling cities

As cities face rising temperatures and surging demand for cooling, district cooling (DC) emerges as a cornerstone for sustainable urban development. By harnessing economies of scale, sector integration, and local resources, DC offers a pathway to near-zero emissions in cooling by 2050, with minimal impact on freshwater resources. This article draws on expert insights to deepen the discussion of DC’s fundamentals, benefits, barriers, and global applications.

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District energy

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Enhanced efficiency with low temperature district heating

Albertslund District Heating Company faced several challenges in the Porsager area, which serves approximately 100 customers of various sizes. One of the primary challenges was the need to lower the temperature to 60 degrees to enhance energy efficiency and reduce grid losses. Additionally, there wa

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District energy

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Green Energy Export Day 2025

Join us at Green Energy Export Day 2025 for a day of conference, workshops and networking with fellow exporters and energy advisors giving you the latest market updates, sharing insights and connecting you with the markets. Get the latest perspectives and news from important export markets for wind

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Buildings

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Energy renovation of buildings

Realising the untapped potential of the built environment.

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Meet Danish district energy professionals

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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

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Electricity grid

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Andel

Andel is Denmark’s leading energy and fibre-optic group. We are also a cooperative society and a group with subsidiaries. The purpose of Andel is to create value for society, our customers and coopera

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Wind energy

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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP)

Founded in 2012, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners P/S (CIP) today is the world’s largest dedicated fund manager within greenfield renewable energy investments and a global leader in offshore wind.

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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.

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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.

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Combined heat and power production

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Ørsted

The Ørsted vision is a world that runs entirely on green energy. Ørsted develops, constructs, and operates offshore and onshore wind farms, solar farms, energy storage facilities, renewable hydrogen a

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Buildings

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Danfoss

The global climate crisis caused by carbon emissions is a key threat to society and our planet. Danfoss’ energy-efficient and climate-friendly solutions enable a cost-effective green transition.

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Energy efficiency in industry

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ADVANSOR

We specialize in sustainable CO₂-based climate solutions that combine cooling, freezing, air-conditioning and heating into one system to reduce the need for fossil fuels, boost energy savings and lowe

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District energy

District energy is about securing an energy-efficient heating and cooling supply through a collective system. Denmark’s increase in energy efficiency and reduction in carbon emissions can largely be attributed to the wide-spread adoption of district heating and combined heat and power systems.

Grid and infrastructure

Grid and infrastructure are about ensuring a robust and reliable energy distribution system that can support a sustainable and efficient power supply. By integrating renewable energy sources and implementing advanced monitoring and control systems, Denmark has been able to maintain a high level of energy security while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Energy storage

Energy storage is about providing a reliable means to store and manage energy, ensuring a consistent and flexible power supply. Denmark's innovation in energy storage solutions, including advanced battery technologies and thermal storage systems, has significantly enhanced the stability and efficiency of its energy grid.

Sector coupling

Sector coupling, also known as sector integration, presents a transformative approach to efficiently harnessing renewable energy sources. Referring to the integration of the electricity, heating, cooling and mobility sectors, sector coupling allows us to maximise the use of renewable energy, enhance energy efficiency and create a more flexible and resilient energy system.