Danish energy storage power generation

Does Denmark generate electricity from gas?

There was a 30% rebound in gas use for electricity generation from 2020 to 2021, but the electricity generated from gas reached its lowest point ever in 2022. Denmark has the highest share of wind in electricity generation (54%) of all IEA member countries, well above the IEA average of 13% (Figure 9.2).

How is the Danish energy system changing?

The Danish energy system is currently undergoing significant changes, most notably the integration of more intermittent renewable energy resources (mostly wind power), electrification and sector coupling.

Why did Denmark remove electricity and heat co-generation requirements?

Denmark removed electricity and heat co-generation requirements for district heat to promote the electrification of the heating sector by giving heating companies more freedom with regards to which technology to adopt, such as geothermal. In 2020, fuel support schemes for natural gas were also removed.

How has Denmark's energy production changed over the past decade?

Over the past decade, oil and gas production have dropped by 68% and 76%, respectively. Conversely, bioenergy and waste on one side, and solar and wind on the other, increased by 33% and 107%, respectively. Denmark’s TES has decreased by 18%, from 812 PJ in 2010 to 671 PJ in 2019 (Figure 1.3).

Why does Denmark have a high energy expenditure?

It can also boost affordability. In 2022, Denmark had one of the highest average household annual energy expenditures after the United States and the Netherlands. Between 2019 and 2022, Denmark’s household energy expenditure increased by 49% because of higher energy prices.

Does Denmark export energy technology?

Exports of energy technology accounted for 11.3% of total Danish merchandise exports in 2021, which is a decline compared to 2020 of 0.8 percentage points. Building on its strong green RD&I base, Denmark has many start-ups in environmental technology.