Denmark: Reduced dependency on fossil fuels
Denmark shows that with a persistent and active energy policy focused on increased energy efficiency, it is possible to maintain high economic growth while both reducing the dependency on fossil fuels and safeguarding the environment.
WIND. Denmark is the world leader in wind power. (Photo: Stockxpert)
The Danish policy system for energy is characterised by a strong link between energy policy and climate policy. The political leadership of the energy issue is placed under the Ministry of Climate and Energy.
In terms of energy research funding this is largely the prerogative of the Strategic Research Council under the Danish Research and Innovation Agency and the EUDP programme under the Danish Energy Agency. In addition, the Danish Transmission System Operator, energinet.dk, also funds energy research related to power, as does the Danish National Advanced Technology Foundation.
For energy technology areas that have seen significant growth in innovation, such as wind, policy efforts have been driving force. The Danish government launched a new energy technology legislation package in 2008, where the aim was to continue to provide long-term support to renewable energy technology development in businesses. The focus is especially on increasing the share of wind power in the energy mix.
Follow the links below to learn more about Denmark's policies on climate, energy and renewable energy. Find also information on goals for lower CO2 emissions and suggested policy measures.
- Danish climate and energy policy
- Renewable energy in Denmark
- Denmark's goals for reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
- Measures, framework and financing
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