Wind power



The development in wind turbines has been rapid since the 1980s and especially over the last 10-15 years. Today wind power is one of the most important renewable and CO2-neutral energy sources in Denmark.

A substantial proportion of electricity produced in Denmark comes from wind turbines, and in 2007 this energy form constituted almost 20 per cent of the total Danish electricity supply. The production of electricity from wind turbines is highly dependent on the changing wind conditions which is why the production varies from year to year.

We distinguish between wind turbines on land and off-shore wind turbines. In Denmark the majority of wind turbines are found on land.

Links regarding wind power

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  1. Facts about wind power in Denmark (www.ens.dk)

    Today wind power is one the most important renewable
    energy sources in Denmark. Long-term planning and extensive political agreements mean Denmark has taken global leadership within development of wind turbines.



  2. Wind power to combat climate change. (www.e-pages.dk)
    Magazine from Energinet DK about the Danish success story.

  3. The Danish wind case (www.energinet.dk)
    In 2020, 30 per cent of Danish energy consumption must be covered by renewable energy. Ensuring that renewable energy, especially from wind turbines, covers almost half of Denmark's electricity consumption could make an important contribution to achieving this objective.

  4. The Danish Wind Case -Fast Facts

    (www.energinet.dk)
    Integration of 20% wind power into the Danish power system - and a road map to 50% wind power.

  5. Take a guided tour (guidedtour.windpower.org)

    Starting from the basics about wind, the Danish Wind Industry Association's guided tour takes you to the challenging frontiers of wind energy technology as it relates to commercial, large, grid-connected wind turbines.



  6. Onshore Wind Power in Denmark
    (www.ens.dk)
    Regulations on technical requirements for wind turbines, grid connection and subsidies for wind power are managed by the Danish Energy Agency under the Ministry of Climate and Energy.

  7. Offshore Wind Power in Denmark

    (www.ens.dk)

    The Danish Energy Agency is competent authority for DK offshore wind power projects. Besides approval of new projects, continuous work is carried out on environmental impacts and future locations.



  8. Wind generated electricity - the development and prospects of wind energy

    (www.energymap.dk)

    The Danish wind turbine industry consists of about 350 companies. Here you can find featured profiles and solutions from exhibitors on EnergyMap engaged in wind power.