Demarks godkendelsesmyndighed for energilagringsprojekter

What is Denmark's energy source?

More than two-thirds of Denmark’s renewable energy comes from bioenergy, which is energy stored in organic material or biomass. Agriculture is big business in Denmark, and it indirectly helps provide energy too, with manure, animal fats, and straw used as the basis for biogas and liquid biofuels.

What is the Danish energy model?

Denmark has demonstrated that energy consumption and carbon emissions can be radically improved in a short timeframe, while sustaining significant economic growth and a high standard of living. The Danish Energy Model is a holistic system that includes all energy sectors, while spotlighting both supply and demand structures.

How has Denmark changed the energy system?

During the following 40 years, Denmark began constructing a domestically sourced energy supply, upscaling the use of renewables and making the entire system more energy efficient. Through clearly defined ambitious targets, Denmark has changed the structure of the energy system to be holistic and integrated, yet fully reliable.

Who handles disputes between renewable power market participants in Denmark?

Special authorities have been established to handle disputes between renewable power market participants in Denmark: the Danish Energy Board of Appeal and the Energy Supplies Complaint Board.

What if a party is unhappy with the Danish Energy Board of Appeal?

If a party is unhappy with the ruling it can bring legal action against the Danish Energy Board of Appeal before the courts. The judicial review can be subject to time limits and other limitations.

How has Denmark's power sector changed over the past 30 years?

Denmark’s power sector has undergone a transformational shift over the past 30 years from coal-dominated generation to mostly renewable sources. Power generation from renewable sources rose nearly 30-fold from 1990 to 2020, from 3% of the generation mix to more than 80%.