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.

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Green competitiveness high on the agenda for Denmark's upcomming EU Presidency

Denmark has just released its priorities for the upcoming EU Presidency. With green competitiveness and energy security at the core of its agenda, the priorities places a strong focus on accelerating the green transition, decarbonising industry and strengthening Europe’s strategic resilience.

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Buildings

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New publication on energy renovation of buildings

Building renovation is essential to achieving a climate-neutral society. Get inspiration on how to unlock the untapped potential of the built environment through energy-efficient solutions, strategic policies and public-private collaboration, in our newly updated white paper.

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Climate COP

Next step towards COP30: Climate ministers convene in Copenhagen

On 7–8 May, Denmark will once again host the Copenhagen Climate Ministerial, bringing together climate leaders from around the world to accelerate progress ahead of COP30 in Brazil.

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Climate projections mark key step for Denmark on path to 2030

New figures from the Danish Ministry of Climate, Energy and Utilities indicate that Denmark is now on track to meet its 2030 target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 70% compared to 1990 levels.

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Green shipping

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Historic agreement sets course for climate-neutral shipping by 2050

Following two weeks of intense negotiations, a majority of member states in the UN’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) have reached a landmark agreement on global climate regulation for the shipping sector. The agreement is expected to be formally adopted in October 2025.

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Copenhagen Call to Action: Three steps to strengthen energy security and competitiveness

With WindEurope 2025 in Copenhagen, the European wind industry has issued a Copenhagen Call to Action outlining three key measures to accelerate wind deployment. The recommendations aim to strengthen Europe’s energy security and industrial competitiveness through faster permitting, electrification, and investment certainty.

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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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Ministry of Environment

The Ministry of the Environment is responsible for administrative and research tasks in the areas of environmental protection.

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Ministry of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs

The mission of the Danish Ministry of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs is to create Europe’s most competitive and innovative economic condition in order to make Denmark an attractive place to

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark

Through its global network of missions and experts, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark facilitates intelligent cleantech solutions worldwide.

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Danish Ministry of Climate, Energy and Utilities

The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Utilities is responsible for national and international efforts to prevent climate change. Through visionary green leadership, the Ministry aim to achieve the Danis

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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.