Circular economy

In enabling the green transition, it is crucial to address product life extension, reuse, and the recycling of waste, circular business models can reduce consumption and minimise waste generation. They allow products to be continuously used, reused, sold as a service, and enable the sharing of products, rather than incentivising a one-time purchase.

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Front page of 'Wind energy - powering the future'

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Offshore wind

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Wind energy - powering the future

Discover our white paper on wind energy, and learn about how wind energy supports a reliable, efficient and resilient energy system.

Perspective

Biosolutions

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Denmark: the biosolutions centre of excellence

The term biosolution was originally coined in Denmark as an attempt to create and gather a new sector. Today the sector is rapidly evolving, and the term is increasingly spreading across the globe.

Perspective

Biosolutions

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What are biosolutions?

Biosolutions have been around for thousands of years. They have been used in products such as bread, wine and cheese, but despite this, it was not until recently the term "biosolutions" was invented.

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Biosolutions

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New publication on biosolutions: Creating climate impact with nature’s own toolbox

Biosolutions can significantly reduce global emissions while supporting a more resource-efficient and circular economy. Explore the key technologies and players leading the way in Denmark in our publication, showcasing 16 tangible cases from Denmark's world of biosolutions.

publications

Biosolutions

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Biosolutions

Discover solutions that are creating climate impact with nature's own toolbox.

solutions

Biosolutions

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Recycling plastic with enzymes

Plastic’s versatility makes it indispensable. It’s durability, however, poses environmental challenges, as it is hard to break down and reuse. It is estimated that of the seven billion tonnes of plastic ever produced, less than 10 percent has been recycled. By 2060, global plastic consumption

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Meet Danish circular economy professionals

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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.

Company

Biodiversity

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cirka cph

In cirka cph, we are dedicated to democratising taking action that contributes to planetary sustainability. We contribute to this through project work and close collaborations with both public bodies,

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Building materials

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Troldtekt

Troldtekt has been designing, developing and manufacturing Troldtekt acoustic panels since 1935. Our products are developed and manufactured in Denmark, and sold in numerous countries around the world

Financial Institution

Green financing

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Rockstart Ventures

Rockstart is a leading accelerator VC investing in ambitious founders with groundbreaking visions for a regenerative and sustainable future.

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Circular economy

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RefurbishBike ApS

RefurbishBike: A green solution for waste and urban / micro transportation with a high value for ESG and CSR in a circular cycling concept

Organisation

Biodiversity

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BSR

BSR is a sustainable business network and consultancy focused on creating a world in which all people can thrive on a healthy planet. With offices in Asia, Europe, and North America, BSR provides its

Organisation

Biodiversity

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Danish Standards

Danish Standards is Denmark's official standardization organization, providing Danish market players the opportunity to help secure Danish interests and competitiveness in the development of European

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Bio-based circular solutions

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CO2 Brains

Developing countries suffer the most from climate change and the loss of biodiversity and fertile land. Yet these countries also offer opportunities in the form of skilled labour and available degrade

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Green financing

To curb climate change and accelerate the green transition, finance is pivotal. With pioneering pension funds, asset managers, and public investors, Denmark has long been leading the way in ESG and green financing.

Sector coupling

Through sector integration we need to move the energy flows with highest possible efficiency between sectors and transfer the renewable energy to transport, heating and production which today are powered by fossil fuels.

Biodiversity

Denmark is making efforts to tackle the increasing challenges threatening both local and global biodiversity. With the EU Biodiversity Strategy leading the way, new initiatives is being made to support plants, animals and ecosystems in the future.

Partnerships

Transitioning to a sustainable economy and achieving net zero cannot be done without global partnerships and cross-sectoral collaboration. With this notion, Denmark has established 14 climate partnerships placing the private sector at the heart of the green transition.

Circular economy

In enabling the green transition, it is crucial to address product life extension, reuse, and the recycling of waste, circular business models can reduce consumption and minimise waste generation. They allow products to be continuously used, reused, sold as a service, and enable the sharing of products, rather than incentivising a one-time purchase.

Policy framework

Denmark's robust policy framework includes ambitious climate goals, stringent environmental standards, and incentives for green innovation. By fostering collaboration between government, industry, and the public, Denmark ensures effective implementation and continuous improvement of its policies.

Job creation and just transition

While the green transition creates vast employment opportunities, it also calls for upskilling, new labour market policies and investments in human capital. Based on the legacy of public-private partnerships, Denmark shows that job creation and green growth can go hand in hand.

Innovation

Denmark’s commitment to innovation is evident in its investment in research and development, support for startups, and collaboration between academia, industry, and government. By promoting a culture of continuous improvement and embracing cutting-edge technologies, Denmark enhances its competitive edge and addresses global issues such as climate change and resource scarcity.

Digitalisation

Digitalisation is about integrating digital technologies into all aspects of society and industry to enhance efficiency, connectivity, and innovation. By leveraging the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, and cloud computing, Denmark improves public services, optimises industrial processes, and fosters a more connected and resilient society.

P4G - Partnering for Green Growth

The P4G initiative aims at engaging private companies and governments in partnerships with the purpose of solving the UN’s 17 development goals. As the national platform for P4G activities in Denmark, State of Green will help facilitate such partnerships.