What makes Denmark named World’s most Sustainable Country

For hundreds of years, Denmark was a country based on agriculture and fishing, Danish people still feel close to the land and water around them. This respect for nature is a proof that why Denmark is a frontrunner in promoting sustainability.

Through decades of extraordinary and sustainable efforts, Denmark has made a green energy system that delivers a cleaner everyday life and more green energy. All these efforts have helped Denmark rank first in Environmental Performance Index 2022.

Green transition- the biggest star in Denmark

During the 1973 oil crisis, Denmark was among OECD countries and was mostly dependent on oil for energy supply in the country. About 90% of national energy supply was through imported oil. The oil crisis led to turning point in energy policies of Denmark, which resulted in need to alter Denmark’s energy policies. After this, a successful re-orientation of Denmark’s energy sector was done. Watch the video to learn about Denmark’s Green Transition: Denmark’s Green Transition.

Some of the key factors which played a huge role in Denmark’s green transition include:

Public-Private Partnerships

Public-Private Partnerships have made it easier for the Danish government to work with enterprises and organizations, assuring the effective execution of government initiatives relating to sustainability.

Wide Political Consensus

The accomplishment of Denmark in securing its energy supply can be examined from a broad political perspective. Even if the government changes, the policies don't. Denmark's capacity to take the lead in the green transition is due to its political stability and trust.

Societal Collaboration

The high-level of societal trust that exists in Denmark and the openness with which problems are solved have strengthened the collaborative process. While the private sector offers the means to make it happen, the public sector gives the framework and the vision.

The Historic Declaration

During the North Sea Summit, which was held at Esbjerg, Denmark on 18th May 2022, Denmark and its allies Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands signed a joint declaration that will help pave the way for a greener future. At the North Sea Summit in Esbjerg, the German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, the Netherlands’ Prime Minister Mark Rutte, and the Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo co-signed a joint declaration with the Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen that targets to quadruple the four countries’ capacity to 65 GW offshore wind in 2030 and a tenfold increase to at least 150 GW by 2050. This Historic declaration can provide 230 European households with green electricity.

Looking into the future

The world’s first energy island will be built in Denmark, making Denmark greener and sustainable. The energy islands will mark the beginning of a new era for the generation of energy from offshore wind, aimed at creating a green energy supply for Danish and foreign electricity grids. Operating as green power plants at sea, the islands are expected to play a major role in the phasing-out of fossil fuel energy sources in Denmark and Europe.

Denmark is leading by example for its citizens to care for the planet and try to be green and hence, expanding its projects related to sustainability around the world.