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Securing a stable and green energy supply

A paradigm shift is taking place on a global scale. We are witnessing a historic conversion of energy systems that are based on fossil fuels to ones powered by clean energy. Technological developments, growing political will and price decreases mean that the number of clean energy options are expanding.

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New rules pave the way for large-scale geothermal plant in Denmark

Denmark's underground hides an untapped energy potential, which can provide green and stable heat in radiators. With the Danish Parliament's adoption of new rules for geothermal heat, the way is paved for the first large-scale geothermal plant in Denmark.

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New Danish models assess the economic and fiscal impacts of climate policies

31 January 2023

Economists from the University of Copenhagen have developed green models to calculate environmental and climate effects on Denmark's entire economy. The models can have a major impact on how we view and measure economic growth and green transition worldwide.

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Sound of Green, a podcast series with insights from Denmark’s green transition

27 January 2023

From managing cloudbursts to setting up climate partnerships, we examine how Denmark has turned acute climate challenges into new opportunities. In our podcast series Sound of Green, experts convey how Danish experiences can push the needle toward global green transition. Find it on Spotify, Apple Podcast and stateofgreen.com.

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Living labs

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Danish companies obtain the most green patents

16 January 2023

Known to be among the globe's most sustainable, Danish companies are number one in obtaining green patents in both Europe and the US over the past ten years.

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Harbour Houses

262 mixed social housing units for a wide range of residents – young people, families and elderly at the former container harbour in central Aarhus. How to combine the need for affordable housing with the two contrasting scales of the inner harbour of Aarhus – on one side the large urban

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Biomass

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Securing a stable and green energy supply

A paradigm shift is taking place on a global scale. We are witnessing a historic conversion of energy systems that are based on fossil fuels to ones powered by clean energy. Technological developments, growing political will and price decreases mean that the number of clean energy options are expanding.

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Meet Danish geothermal energy professionals

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Carbon capture, storage and utilisation

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Drillconsult

At Drillconsult, we are devoted to supporting the transition to a green and sustainable future. Our ultimate goal is to contribute to and ensure a seamless and efficient transition by utilizing our va

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District cooling

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IRON Pump A/S

IRON Pump is a Danish company, specialized in the manufacturing and development of energy efficiency pumps for the maritime and industrial sectors.

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Energy Machines

We enable buildings to decarbonize by transforming them into high-performance energy machines that generate, store, and reuse energy.

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Air pollution

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R & R Consult

R & R Consult has more than 25 years of experience with thermo and fluid dynamics and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) A thorough CFD simulation and analysis can help you optimize your p

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Air pollution

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Port Esbjerg

Port Esbjerg is the North Sea’s leading port for offshore wind, base to the Danish offshore industry and an international hub for multimodal transport with six regular RoRo liner services.

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Buildings

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Klimadan A/S

Klimadan A/S is a leading danish company with more than 40 years of experience in green solutions. We provide solutions and services within the field of heat pumps which ensures the customer a gree

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Circular business models

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Decision Risk Analytics

Decision Risk Analytics provides simulation software and services to support clients in adopting structured, quantitative approaches to the management of uncertainty in business decisions.

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Air pollution

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Aerotak

At Aerotak we are experts in fluid mechanics and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), offering consultancy within e.g. simulations, concept development, and on-site consultancy.

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Wind energy

Wind energy plays a key role in reaching Denmark’s target of 70 per cent greenhouse gas emission reductions by 2030. And with some of the best wind conditions in the world, it is easy to understand how Den-mark has become a global hub for wind power technology

Bioenergy

Denmark has utilised bioenergy as part of its green agenda since the 1980s. Today, bioenergy is the most used renewable energy source in Denmark, covering almost 70 % of Denmark’s combined renewable energy consumption.

Solar energy

The sun provides more than enough energy to meet the whole world's energy needs, but only represents a small part of the world’s energy mix. Harnessing solar energy is one of the obvious ways to secure the green transition - both in Denmark and globally.

Geothermal energy

Geothermal energy is a renewable energy source generated from hot, saline water occurring naturally in geothermal reservoirs. Large-scale geothermal facilities are relatively new in Denmark but has immense potential for the Danish district heating system.

Smart energy systems

To maintain a well-balanced energy system with increasing amounts of fluctuating energy sources like wind and solar, it is essential with a smart energy system that can help balance consumption with produc-tion.

Buildings

To reach the goal of a fossil-free society by 2050, it is important to decarbonise the buildings we live in. By switching to electric heat pumps or district heating, renovating instead of demolishing, and creating green buildings we can significantly lower their CO2e emissions.

Industry

The energy-intensive industry contributes crucial materials for society – for buildings, manufacturing, transport, food processing, and energy production. The Danish energy-intensive industry’s vision is to be the most climate-friendly energy-intensive industry in the world while creating green exports, growth, and jobs in Denmark by 2030.

Transport

The transport sector emits around 20 % of Denmark’s total CO2e emissions. The key to a greener transport sector is streamlined transport processes, a wider selection of green vehicles, and incentives to promote green fuels.

Energy efficiency

Energy efficiency is one of the easiest ways to eliminate energy waste, lower energy costs, and reduce the use of fossil fuels. There is great potential for efficiency improvements in every sector, whether it is buildings or industry. Energy efficiency is an embedded part of Denmark’s mindset, as Denmark has worked with energy efficiency measures since the 70s.

Power-to-X

Power-to-X consists of a switch to green fuels – like hydrogen or ammonia – produced by electrolysis using renewable electricity. Green hydrogen and e-fuels are critical components in the future energy system globally. Without them, it will be impossible to achieve full decarbonisation.

Carbon capture, storage and utilisation

Carbon capture, storage, and utilisation (CCSU) are important tools for reducing emissions and accelerating the green transition. Through technologies like power-to-X, we can use the CO2e we already emit as a sustainable energy and fuel in other sectors. This is the next phase in Denmark’s energy transition.